"Due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, examinations may be replaced by an alternative form of assessment during the academic year 2021/2022. Please refer to the Programme Specification on these pages for further details."
Why choose Herts?
Excellent reputation: We develop and train excellent teachers and education professionals who work within a wide range of educational settings across the home counties.
Employment prospects: Graduates have secured promotions with their current employer. Some venture into research, advisory, and policy-making roles.
Industry connections: Benefit from our strong partnerships with over 300 schools and training providers across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Cambridgeshire.
About the course
The programme supports you in developing your knowledge and understanding of issues and practices through enquiry and research. The programme provides a range of module choices, but you are encouraged to bring your own ideas and focus on your own particular professional interests. This award is gained through taking an educational leadership focus for 50% of the study, including the Dissertation.
This award enables experienced professionals to build upon their interests and experience in educational leadership. Less experienced professionals are supported in developing their knowledge of issues relating to educational leadership.
Applicants must have substantial experience of practice in educational settings. Less experienced applicants must have an education qualification.
Why choose this course?
The MA Educational Leadership award is designed for professionals who want to enhance their careers through exploring the leadership of learning in their own context. We will encourage students to challenge traditional notions of 'leaders' and 'leadership' and explore relational, collaborative and democratic leadership models.
Through this programme you will:
Develop and deepen your knowledge and understanding of issues relating to education practice through critical reflection, analysis and enquiry
Develop your ability to critically analyse educational theory and how it links to practice
Become a member of a supportive learning community and learn from professionals from a range of educational settings
Become a successful practitioner-researcher
Student experience
At the University of Hertfordshire, we want to make sure your time studying with us is as stress-free and rewarding as possible. We offer a range of support services including; student wellbeing, academic support, accommodation, and childcare to ensure that you make the most of your time at Herts and can focus on studying and having fun.
Additional information
Sandwich placement or study abroad year: n/a
Applications open to international and EU students: Yes
