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Education (full-time) MA
Master
Online
Description
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Type
Master
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Methodology
Online
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Duration
1 Year
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
Explore education in its fullest sense – from its pivotal role in society to the theories, policies and practices that influence and enhance it
Take a flexible approach to learning: gain a broad-based masters degree or focus on your particular area of interest via our specialist pathways
Benefit from professional development opportunities in sectors ranging from early years to schools, further, higher and community education
Keep up to date with the latest educational developments, inspired by a friendly teaching team who will share their extensive specialist knowledge with you
Whether you aspire to a new career in education or want to take your existing career to the next level, our MA Education course will give you the insight, skills and knowledge to become a high-calibre and dynamic education professional. It could be a vital stepping stone to management and leadership roles.
About this course
Our MA Education course gives you an expert understanding of the aims of education and its role in society. You will cover the key theories, policies, practices and debates which are shaping education today and how these apply directly to your current and future career.
In addition, you will undertake an in-depth research enquiry and independent study to focus on a professional practice theme of your choice. Throughout, you will hone vital skills such as critical, creative and strategic thinking, communication, presentation and teamwork.
Our recent graduates report that their MA Education studies had a significant impact on their career development and professional status. Some have gone on to senior leadership roles such as head teacher or nursery manager; others have taken up more specialist positions such as disability co-ordinator or advanced skills teacher; and others have moved into key posts in other sectors, such as national trainer for a charitable organisation.
You will usually need an undergraduate degree or an equivalent qualification.
If your first language is not English you will need to prove you are proficient in English – IELTS 6.0
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Subjects
- Early Years
- Leadership
- Primary
- Teaching
- Full Time
- Dissertation
- Independent Study
- MA
- Specialist Practitioner
- Communication
- Motivation
- Educational
Course programme
Each module is worth 20 credits, apart from the Independent Study module which is worth 60 credits.
Core modulesYou will study modules such as:
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Independent Study (Dissertation)
If you choose to study our broad-based MA Education, you will also study two optional modules such as:
- Developing the Skills of the Specialist Practitioner
- Motivation, Communication and Learning
- Educational Policy into Practice
- Measuring and Evaluating Learning
- Negotiated Module – Applied Focus of Study
- Applying Educational Thinkers and Theorists in Practice
- Comparative Education
- Crafting your Masters Study
If you choose to study an MA Education with a specialist pathway, you’ll study two specialist modules relating to your pathway. If you aren’t studying a pathway, you can study any pathway modules within your optional module choices.
Early years- Children’s Places
- Children’s Workforce Development
- Aspects of Ability in Learning
- Lifelong Learning: Principles and Issues
- ISEND: Removing Barriers to Achievement
- Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND): Current Issues and Concerns
- The Principles of English Language Teaching
- Language Learning: Theory and Practice
- Quality, Leadership and Management
- Developing Leadership Capacity
- The Leader as Coach and Mentor
- Principles and Practices of Coaching and Mentoring
- Fostering Mathematical Understanding in the Primary School Classroom
- Learning and Teaching Mathematics in the Primary Classroom
Additional information
International fee -
£14,250 for the full programme (2019/20)
Education (full-time) MA
