University of Greenwich - Education MA

University of Greenwich

Education MA

Our Master's in Education course is ideal for anyone who is passionate about education and wants to make a difference in the lives of others.

Whether you're already working in teaching, education management or policy, or a graduate interested in pursuing careers in education, this course provides the knowledge and skills to enhance your career prospects.

The MA Education extends and deepens your understanding of current theories, policies, and issues in the field through intensive study and research. You can tailor the course to your interests by selecting your topics, and work towards one of our specialist endorsements: Leadership; Teaching and Learning; Early Years; Inclusive Practice; or International Education.

Through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process, you can transfer up to 90 Master's level credits gained from previous postgraduate study in associated disciplines, including PGCEs. The MA also provides a clear route to a Doctorate in Education.

  • Endorsements (or specialisms) for this course include: Leadership and Management, Education Technology, Special Educational Needs, Youth and Community, Early Years, International, and Higher Education (current HE practitioners only)
  • If you have previous postgraduate study from related disciplines, you can transfer up to 90 credits, reducing the time it takes to gain your Master’s degree.

Entry Requirements

  • An undergraduate honours degree at 2:2 or above in a discipline relevant to education. This can be education studies, childhood, youth and community studies, sociology, philosophy, or psychology.
  • IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum 5.5 in each skill

Career Prospects

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

Graduates from this course may go on to develop careers in a wide range of roles and institutions, from middle and senior management opportunities in education and community organisations to doctoral study and research.

Do you provide employability services?

Our services are designed to help you achieve your potential and support your transition towards a rewarding graduate career.

The Employability and Careers Service provides support when you are preparing to apply for placements and graduate roles. It includes CV clinics, mock interviews and employability skills workshops.

Each School also has its own Employability Officer, who works closely with the industry and will provide specific opportunities relevant to your own course.

Course Details

Full time Year 1

Compulsory modules.
Critical Perspectives in Education (30 credits)
Global Perspectives on Education (30 credits)
Education Research: Principles & Practice (30 credits)
Dissertation (60 credits)

Optional modules
Negotiated Independent Study: Professional Knowledge (1) (30 credits)
The Child's Lived Experience: Developing Confident Learners (30 credits)
Inclusion & Social Justice (30 credits)
21st Century Pedagogy (30 credits)
Leadership in Education (30 credits)

Part Time Year 1

Compulsory modules.
Critical Perspectives in Education (30 credits)

Optional modules
Negotiated Independent Study: Professional Knowledge (1) (30 credits)
The Child's Lived Experience: Developing Confident Learners (30 credits)
Inclusion & Social Justice (30 credits)
21st Century Pedagogy (30 credits)
Leadership in Education (30 credits)
Global Perspectives on Education (30 credits)

Part Time Year 2

Compulsory modules.
Education Research: Principles & Practice (30 credits)
Dissertation (60 credits)

Optional modules
Negotiated Independent Study: Professional Knowledge (1) (30 credits)
The Child's Lived Experience: Developing Confident Learners (30 credits)
Inclusion & Social Justice (30 credits)
21st Century Pedagogy (30 credits)
Leadership in Education (30 credits)
Global Perspectives on Education (30 credits)

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