Overview
Our Education MA builds on the School’s extensive research on education in different countries around the world. This programme will allow you to critically understand:
- the changing nature of education in the digital age
- the importance of leadership in education
- innovative pedagogies and what works
Distinctive features of the Master’s course include:
- the ability to tailor your course to suit your interests
- a supportive community within the School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences
Expand your understanding and experiences in education.
Explore pedagogy in national and international contexts and gain a broad understanding of education globally.
Delve into a diverse range of modules, explore your interests and specialise in particular areas.
Collaborate with peers from diverse backgrounds, enriching your knowledge of education in its many forms.
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What you’ll learn
Gain advanced knowledge and skills in a range of topics, including:
- research methods and approaches
- teaching and learning
- technology enhanced learning
- educational leadership and management
Learn through a variety of methods, including:
- lectures
- seminars and workshops
- individual and small group activities
- formative coursework
Modules
You will study modules on this course. A module is a unit of a course with its own approved aims and outcomes and assessment methods.
Course content changes
Module information is intended to provide an example of what you will study.
Our teaching is informed by research. Course content changes periodically to reflect developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners, and student feedback.
Full details of the modules on offer will be published through the Programme Regulations and Specifications ahead of each academic year. This usually happens in May.
To find out more please see our terms and conditions.
Optional modules availability
Some courses have optional modules. Student demand for optional modules may affect availability.
| Compulsory Modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Dissertation/ Action Research Portfolio | 60 |
| Research Strategies and Methods | 20 |
How you’ll learn
You’ll be taught through a variety of methods, including:
- lectures
- seminars and workshops
- individual and small group activities
- formative coursework
Depending on your modules, you’ll be assessed through a combination of:
- Dissertation
- Essay
- Oral presentation
- Poster
- Portfolio
- Reflective log
- Research proposal
Additional assessment information
You will complete the course with a research dissertation focusing on a topic of interest to you.
Your teaching and learning is also supported by Canvas. Canvas is a Virtual Learning Environment. You’ll use Canvas to submit your assignments and access your:
- module handbooks
- course materials
- groups
- course announcements and notifications
- written feedback
Throughout your studies, you’ll have access to support from:
- peers
- academics
- personal tutors
- our University Student Services Team
- student representatives
You’ll also be assigned an academic member of staff. They will be your personal tutor throughout your time with us. They can help with academic and personal issues.
Your future
The Education MA course is especially suitable if you aspire to any kind of career in education.
Possible career routes include:
- teaching at school, college or university level (please note this MA Education does not carry Qualified Teacher Status)
- educational training
- educational consultancy
- educational leading and managing
- experts in technology-enhanced learning
- educational research
Our Careers Service
Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.
Quality and ranking
- 42% of our research is classified as 4* world-leading research – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- 65% increase in research power since 2014 – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- Global Top 130 University – QS World University Rankings 2025
- Global Top 170 University – Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
- Top 150 for Education – QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024
- Top 25 in the UK and Top 100 in the world for sustainable development – Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024
Recognition of professional qualifications outside of the UK
From 1 January 2021 there is an update to the way professional qualifications are recognised by countries outside of the UK
Facilities
You’ll typically be taught in the King George VI Building. You’ll have access to the Education Resource Centre and associated borrowing rights.
Entry requirements
The entrance requirements below apply to 2025 entry.
Academic entry requirements
A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in any subject. Experience in an educational context is desirable but not essential.
Entry requirements
The entrance requirements below apply to 2025 entry.
Academic entry requirements
A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in any subject. Experience in an educational context is desirable but not essential.
