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Full time | Swansea Campus | 1 year | FEB-26

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

FEB-26

Key information
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Qualification type

MA - Master of Arts

Subject areas

Education Studies

Course Summary

Our Education Studies MA is a course for anyone interested in the field of education and its impact on individuals and society. Through this postgraduate degree, you’ll deepen your critical awareness of educational issues, looking closely at the challenges and possibilities that define today’s learning environments. The course provides a solid foundation in academic and research skills, offering you insights into educational theory and educational research. You’ll also gain important subject knowledge, equipping you to critically explore and apply ideas in educational practice. Developing your reflective and critical evaluation skills is a key part of the programme, encouraging you to examine complex topics and address questions that affect education. The course also looks at the broader contexts of education, examining how learning relates to society on a local and global scale. With a focus on international perspectives, this MA encourages you to consider how education works in different cultures and across diverse communities, which can help you see the bigger picture and think beyond traditional boundaries. On completing this MA, you’ll have a strong grasp of educational theory and practice, as well as the skills to shape education through critical thinking and informed perspectives. This degree will prepare you for roles in policy, research, and beyond, helping you make a real impact in the field of education.

Modules

Global Citizenship and Sustainability (20 Credits) - Core
Introduction to Master's Study (20 Credits) - Core
Principles of Pedagogy, Teaching and Learning (30 Credits) - Core
The Philosophy and Practice of Social Research (30 Credits) - Core
Transforming Education: Effective Change in Leadership and Management (20 Credits) - Core
Dissertation: Childhood, Youth and Education (60 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£7,800

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£16,800

Entry requirements

You need 2:2 honours degree or UWTSD recognised equivalent. Alternative entry routes - Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Masters degree. Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Masters degree. These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.