Course summary
Our MA Educational Leadership and Management (Online) is designed for professionals in the education sector seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in leadership and management. The course provides flexibility, with modules that allow you to learn on your own schedule and fit around your other commitments. Education is the foundation of any society, but leading an educational team or organisation can be complex. That's why our online course aims to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the challenges of leadership and management in a variety of educational contexts. Through the analysis of the latest theories and issues, you will conduct research that drives development and enhances your professional practice, enabling you to make a positive impact within your classroom or educational organisation. Our course is ideal for those seeking to move into or progress in educational leadership roles. Much of the research that influences this course is conducted by those teaching it. Their expertise and academic knowledge allows you to analyse different leadership approaches and explore how they could relate to your own practice. A key focus of the course is supporting practice-based inquiry and applying it to the way you work. Our course provides the flexibility of studying online, enabling you to study modules and engage with materials at times that fit around your other commitments. Online modules are managed through the Moodle virtual learning environment, which combines module content, reading lists, and materials with online activities, discussion forums, and access to tutors. With an advanced education degree from the University of Nottingham, you will graduate with all the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to pursue your career goals. We welcome approaches from educational organisations looking for a bespoke programme for their staff. We also offer a face-to-face version of this course, studying in Nottingham – MA Educational Leadership and Management.
Modules
Core modules: Issues in Educational Leadership, Practice-Based Inquiry ,Dissertation Optional modules: Educational Leadership Policy and Practice, Leading Learning, Successful Leadership and Change in Education, Understanding Individual and Organisational Development
Entry requirements
Home/UK Students: Undergraduate degree 2:2 (or international equivalent) or a relevant professional qualification Work experience A personal statement is required that demonstrates both a clear understanding of the course and relevant motivation for pursuing educational leadership and management studies plus, if possible, details of any relevant professional or work experience in an educational setting Additional information Other requirements A personal statement is required that demonstrates both a clear understanding of the course and relevant motivation for pursuing educational leadership and management studies. Please outline clear aspirations for a leadership or management role within education or educational governance. This should include details of any professional experience that is relevant to the course in education or that can be applied to an educational setting. EU/International Students: Undergraduate degree 2:2 (or international equivalent) or a relevant professional qualification International and EU equivalents We accept a wide range of qualifications from all over the world. For information on entry requirements from your country, see our country pages. Work experience A personal statement is required that demonstrates both a clear understanding of the course and relevant motivation for pursuing educational leadership and management studies plus, if possible, details of any relevant professional or work experience in an educational setting Additional information Other requirements A personal statement is required that demonstrates both a clear understanding of the course and relevant motivation for pursuing educational leadership and management studies. Please outline clear aspirations for a leadership or management role within education or educational governance. This should include details of any professional experience that is relevant to the course in education or that can be applied to an educational setting. IELTS 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element) English language requirements As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Alternative qualifications We recognise that applicants have a variety of experiences and follow different pathways to postgraduate study. We treat all applicants with alternative qualifications on an individual basis. We may also consider relevant work experience. If you are unsure whether your qualifications or work experience are relevant, contact us.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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
UK fees: £10,400
International fees: £15,800
Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD