Course summary
Our MA Education degree is ideal for teachers or other educational professionals who want to develop their careers with a highly specific postgraduate degree. When you join the course, you'll join a community of practice that includes professionals from a wide range of educational contexts, from primary and secondary through to Higher and Further Education, to workers in prisons and charitable organisations. We aim to deepen your knowledge and expand your career options as the course offers you the opportunity to engage critically with theory and gain a clear understanding of how this relates to your own practice, background, and experiences in the field of education. The MA Education course is a flexible degree which opens alternative career paths and allows progression into new professional avenues. Depending on the modules you choose, you'll graduate with one of two MA degree titles: MA Education (Generic) MA Education (Early Years Teaching)
Modules
Core Modules: Research Methods in Education (30 credits) Master Project (60 credits) An introduction to Criticality (30 credits) Optional modules: Mentoring and Coaching (30 credits) Inclusive Education From Policy to Practice (30 credits) Supporting Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (30 credits) Introduction to Criticality (30 credits) The Nature of Teaching and Learning (30 credits)
Assessment method
Your progress will be assessed through written assignments, including a dissertation, and oral and written presentations. Throughout the degree, you will have one-to-one support from academic staff, including the appointment of a supervisor during your thesis year.
Entry requirements
We usually require applicants to hold at least a second class honours degree (usually a 2:1) or equivalent. We also expect you to have experience of working at educational institutions, following your graduation. A recognised teaching qualification is desirable but not essential.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £8500 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £8500 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £8500 | Year 1 |
Wales | £8500 | Year 1 |
EU | £17000 | Year 1 |
International | £17000 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Sunderland
Edinburgh Building, City Campus
Chester Road
Sunderland
SR1 3SD