Master's in Education
Our Education MA suite is designed for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of education, develop specialist knowledge, or progress their academic or professional journey.
Whether you’re continuing straight from undergraduate study or returning to education alongside professional practice, we offer flexible routes to suit your goals. With four specialist Education MA courses available, you can study full‑time or part‑time, with part‑time teaching delivered on campus one Saturday per month - ideal for those balancing study with work. We also offer a fully online Education Leadership and Management MA for maximum flexibility.
You can customise your degree by selecting optional modules from across the Education MA suite, allowing you to broaden your expertise or explore specific areas of interest. You’ll learn from research‑active specialists and alongside a diverse, international cohort, gaining global perspectives on contemporary education theory and practice.
Whether you’re building on your academic foundations, preparing for further study, or developing your career in education, our Education MA courses offer a flexible and engaging pathway to your next step.
Our courses
Education (Early Childhood Studies) MA
Develop your career within the specialist field of early childhood education.
Education (Leadership and Management) MA
Develop your own effectiveness as a manager by considering wider theories, research and strategies whilst also developing your skills as a leader.
Education (Special Educational Needs) MA
Critically engage with current thinking about inclusive and special education.
Education (Teaching and Learning) MA
Focus on developing your professional knowledge and understanding of practice related to your own context in formal education.
Fully online Education Leadership and Management MA
Develop your leadership and management skills, and study contemporary issues including AI and Social Justice with our fully online Education Leadership and Management MA.
Education MA Overview
Hear from our Education MA team and students about what makes this course unique. Explore flexible pathways, research-led teaching, and the support to help you succeed.
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