Education MA

at University of Leeds

The programme allows you to draw on expertise from many different areas of education including digital tools and technology enhanced learning, development in childhood and youth, special educational needs, and language education among other topics to tailor your studies to your own interests.
 

You’ll also develop your skills with a choice of modules focused on educational research and data analysis as well as completing two core modules focusing on research methods and completing an independently researched dissertation with support from your appointed supervisor.
 

Throughout your study, you’ll improve your skills in communication, leadership, research, data collection, analysis and evaluation – all vital for a career in the education sector.

Modules

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Getting Started: Research Questions and Approaches in Education   
• Dissertation    

Plus at least 15 credits from the below modules:    

• Philosophical underpinning of educational research   
• Qualitative data: processes of collection, interpretation and analysis   
• Introduction to quantitative data analysis    

A bachelor degree (hons) with a 2:1 or non-UK equivalent plus two years’ experience as a practitioner in education in any sector: for example, in a school, college, or within higher education. We will consider applicants with alternative qualifications and experience on an individual basis.

English language requirements

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

Fees

• UK: £9,750 (total)
• International: £20,750 (total)

As a student of MA Education, you will already have a footing in the field of education. Throughout this programme, you’ll further your knowledge and expertise in your areas of interest, and develop skills in research and analysis that you will then be able to take forward into your professional practice. Some students may also decide to pursue further research at PhD or EdD level.