Digital Education MA

at University of Leeds

The modules on this programme provide a strong foundation of knowledge and practical skills in digital education and research methods training. You will learn about different perspectives and current research in the field of digital education. You’ll develop the skills needed to plan, develop, analyse and evaluate digital learning resources and will be able to directly apply your learning in work-based contexts.
 

There are four taught modules each worth 30 credits and one independent research study module worth 60 credits. Each taught module provides a range of interactive learning content in which you will learn to critically engage with learning theories and educational technologies in the context of digital education practice.

Modules

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Education in a Digital Society    
• Digital Education in Practice    
   

Year 2

Compulsory modules

• Researching Digital Education    
• Designing Digital Education    
• Dissertation in Digital Education

A bachelor degree (hons) with a 2:1 or non-UK equivalent plus evidence of relevant professional experience.
 

Relevant professional experience could include teaching (at any level), education management, supervision or administration, software development, education publishing, education media, and roles involving the implementation, support or management of educational technologies. Other professional experience may be relevant and each case will be considered on its merits.
 

English language requirements
 

IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in all components. 

Fees

• UK: £11,000 (total)
• International: £11,000 (total)
   

This programme is designed to aid professional development in the field of digital education, enabling you to apply for promotion or a higher level post within an existing career path or to change career direction, for example, into CPD provision, educational software development or full time-learning technology support.
 

Research methods training will also be very useful to enhance your own professional practice and that of your institution; and could lead on to a doctorate if desired.