MA Education Studies
Southsea, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 up to 2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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TUITION FEES
GBP 16,200 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus
* for full-time I part-time and full-time (distance learning): £8,100 for International students
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Introduction
If you believe in the lifelong value of education and want to work towards improving the experience for students in all educational contexts, this Master's in Education Studies is for you.
You may already be working in the education sector, such as as a teacher, manager or researcher. Still, even if not, this course will refine your abilities to collaboratively explore and critique all aspects of educational policy and practice.
You'll draw on pedagogical, sociological and psychological theory to discover how people of all ages and backgrounds respond to education and how this translates into lived experience in schools, colleges, universities, professional development programmes and other educational settings.
You'll look at the role and purpose of education from both a national and global perspective, supported by expert academics with sector experience and a diverse cohort of fellow educational professionals.
When you graduate, you'll have the tools and skills to approach complex issues in education at an advanced level, preparing you for senior roles in educational policy and services, pedagogy, learning support or research.
Course highlights
- Examine contemporary issues and perspectives in education – from the changing purpose of education and educational psychology to how policy and practice influence students' lives.
- Learn from an expert academic team active in educational research and education practice, including as school governors.
- Get involved in fascinating conversations and debates about how education is perceived and delivered worldwide with fellow students on the course, many of whom may be senior educational professionals.
- Explore an area of education studies in depth for your research dissertation, related to your educational institution and role if you already work in the sector.
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Curriculum
Full-time
Core
- Approaches to Education Studies - 30 credits
- Contemporary Perspectives in Education Studies - 30 credits
- Dissertation - 60 credits
- Research Methods in Education - 30 credits
Optional
You can take one optional module.
- Contemporary Issues in Special Educational Needs and Disability - 30 credits
- Education in a Global Context - 30 credits
- Leadership, Policy and Strategy: The Management of Educational Change - 30 credits
Part-time
Year 1
Core
- Approaches to Education Studies - 30 credits
Optional
You can take two optional modules.
- Contemporary Issues in Special Educational Needs and Disability - 30 credits
- Education in a Global Context - 30 credits
- Leadership, Policy and Strategy: The Management of Educational Change - 30 credits
Year 2
Core
- Dissertation - 60 credits
- Research Methods in Education - 30 credits
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Career Opportunities
Careers this Master's prepares you for
When you finish this MA in Education Studies, your understanding of the theory and practical application of education practice, policy, experience and psychology will place you in a strong position to advance your career in the sector.
You'll have higher-level education knowledge today and key research skills applied to practice contexts, ready to take on senior roles in educational policy-making, pedagogy, leadership, mentorship, consultancy, research or learning support.
Graduates of this course have gone on to roles such as:
- Education mental health practitioner
- Lecturer in Education
- Research Assistant
Career planning
During your course, you'll have expert career support from your tutors and from our Careers and Employability Centre, which you can access for five years after you graduate.
- Female student standing at careers and employability help desk
You'll benefit from
- Networking events
- 1-to-1 appointments
- CV and cover letter advice
- Interview preparation and practice
- Workshops to enhance your employability skills
- Recruitment events, including the Student and Graduate Opportunities Fair
- Support starting your own business