Education Studies (Part-time) (MA)
Our part-time Education Studies MA programme is perfect for those wanting to understand and shape the future of education. This programme helps you explore how education impacts both individuals and society, offering an in-depth look at the challenges and opportunities in learning environments today.
Studying part-time, you’ll have the flexibility to balance learning with other commitments while gaining a solid foundation in academic and research skills. You’ll engage with educational theory and educational research to build strong subject knowledge. These skills will help you critically evaluate educational practices, allowing you to examine and apply ideas to real-world issues.
Throughout the course, you’ll explore the broader contexts of education, studying how learning connects to society both locally and globally. The programme’s international perspective encourages you to look at how education works in different cultures and communities, giving you a broad view of the field.
By the end of the MA, you’ll have a strong grasp of educational theories and practices, along with the skills to bring fresh, critical thinking to a range of educational settings. This part-time degree is designed to prepare you for impactful roles in policy, research, and educational development.
Course details
- On-campus
- Part-time
- English
Why choose this course?
What you will learn
At the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, our Education Studies programme is designed to foster independent, critical thinkers who are prepared to engage and act as agents of change. We emphasise a supportive and inclusive learning environment, encouraging students to explore diverse perspectives and develop a deep understanding of educational issues.
First Semester: In the first semester, you will explore the foundations of education through modules such as “Introduction to Master’s Study,†“Transforming Education: Effective Change in Leadership and Management,†and “Global Citizenship and Sustainability.†This period focuses on understanding the historical, philosophical, psychological, and sociological aspects of education, providing a comprehensive overview of how learning is organised and influenced.
Second Semester: The second semester delves into inclusive education and practical skills with modules like “Principles of Pedagogy, Teaching & Learning†and “The Philosophy and Practice of Social Research.†You will engage with creative approaches to teaching and learning, examining contemporary issues such as equality, diversity, and inclusion. This period emphasises the application of theory to practice, preparing you to support diverse learners effectively.
Final Semester: In the final semester, you will undertake an independent project through the “Dissertation: Childhood, Youth and Education†module, allowing you to research a topic of interest in depth. This period aims to consolidate your knowledge and skills, preparing you for a variety of educational careers.
Compulsory
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(60 credits)
Disclaimer
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The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.
You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.
Ratings and Rankings
Staff
Our People
You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses.
Further information
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Applicants will normally be required to hold an Honours degree although applicants with vocational qualifications and experiences will also be considered.
Suitable for applicants from UK and international locations.
Both International and UK applicants are required to go through an academic interview before being offered a place.
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Assessment methods are primarily coursework based, with a focus on offering a variety of potential outputs, including presentations, portfolios, case study responses as well as written assignments.
International students may find the assessment methods familiar within the context of the UK (United Kingdom) but unfamiliar to them as students. If you require them, a range of scaffolding techniques will be used to support and guide you as you progress through the programme.
The delivery and assessment patterns of the programme are designed to be as inclusive as possible for all students with an emphasis on small group learning and personalised support.
There are three modes of study: on-campus, online and blended (a mix of on-campus and online modules).
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You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit our Scholarships and Bursaries section.
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This programme has been designed to develop your key competencies in employability. Key competencies include skills such as communication, leadership and project management which are highly transferable and attractive to modern employers.
The flexibility of assignment topics will allow you to customise the programme around your professional interests and ambitions, so that your studies will be relevant to you and to your current or future workplace.