Educational Leadership
Master
In Belfast City
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Belfast city (Northern Ireland)
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Duration
1 Year
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Start date
Different dates available
Overview: In the current climate of structural and political pressure on improving educational performance and opportunities, there is an increased focus upon the quality of leadership within educational institutions. This MSc recognises that a high-quality educational system depends on leaders from all walks of life and all types of positions, regardless of title. It is intended, therefore, to provide leadership development for people who work in all manner of roles in the educational system: classroom teachers, formal school leaders, local authority personnel, policymakers, and any individual with a direct interest in the primary and post-primary school sectors. The programme aspires to equip students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and creative capacity to respond to a variety of leadership challenges faced in contemporary educational institutions. It challenges traditional notions of 'leaders' and 'leadership' pointing to new, more collaborative and more organic models of leading. It is expected that graduates will be able to inform their professional practice with the latest research evidence in the field to nurture meaningful relationships in educational communities, address issues of equity and diversity, support teaching and learning, and ultimately ensure quality outcomes which are tailored to contextual needs. We seek to develop in students the ability to critique current leadership practices and to enact changes that will improve education for all. Why Queen's? Active student involvement in sessions (student-led sessions) Assignments tailored to topics of interest to each individual student Research-led teaching International outlook on leadership issues Interdisciplinary approach Blended learning format Online discussions and debates Small group work and presentations International mix of students enabling exchanges of knowledge,...
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About this course
A 2.1 Honours degree or above or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in any subject discipline. Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University may also be considered if they have at least two years of professional experience in an education, training or relevant context. International Qualifications For information on international qualification equivalents please select Your Country from the list on our International Students website. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION...
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Subjects
- Leadership
- School
- Teaching
- Quality
- Quality Training
- Full Time
- Part Time
- International
- Primary
Course programme
Course Details
Students may enrol on a full-time (1 year) or part-time (3 years) basis. Individual modules may be studied as a short course. . Part-time students typically complete one or two modules per semester. Full-time students typically complete three modules per semester.
The MSc is awarded to students who have successfully completed six taught modules (120 CATS points) and a 15,000 - 20,000 word dissertation (60 CATS points).
Exit qualifications are available: students may exit with a Postgraduate Diploma by successfully completing 120 CATS points from taught modules or an Postgraduate Certificate by successfully completing 60 CATS points from taught modules.
We've made it easy to study for a masters module as a short course. If you would like to apply for a short course, please contact the Education Secretary (contact details below) for advice.
Indicative Number of Modules per Semester
Part-time students typically complete one or two modules per semester. Full-time students typically complete three modules per semester.
List of Indicative Programme Modules
Modules (all 20 CATS points):
- An Introduction to Research Methods: Children, Young People and Education (compulsory)
- Leadership for Change (compulsory)
- Leadership Theory and Practice: an overview (compulsory)
- School Effectiveness and School Improvement (compulsory)
Optional modules may be chosen from the Educational Studies (MEd) programme. Full details of this programme are available on the School website.
Indicative Proportional Mix of Time in Classes, Tutorials/Seminars/Labs, and Private Study in a Teaching Semester
Varies, depending on module choice and study mode (full-time/part-time).
Assessment & Feedback
There are no written examinations. Modules are assessed by coursework.
Learning and TeachingEvening Only
A combination of face-to-face sessions and online learning formats.
Additional information
Educational Leadership