Course summary

Birmingham Newman’s MA Education is designed for educational practitioners, policy makers and those beginning their journey in educational research and evaluation. The programme has two distinct routes: a part-time, online route, studied in the evenings typically over 3 years, or a full-time on-campus route, studied in the daytime over 1 year. It offers an inspiring programme designed to develop your understanding of contemporary educational issues, practice and policy. Our programme will build your knowledge and skills and empower you to confidently undertake relevant research and evidence-based change in your own context. We encourage you to think critically and draw on your own experience through a variety of learning opportunities and being part of a supportive community of educational practitioners and researchers. By completing the Dissertation within an associated module/subject area the programme offers 3 named awards: MA Education in Leadership and Management (online route only) MA Education in Inclusive Practices MA Education in Pedagogy and Practice Why study this course? Birmingham Newman University’s MA Education provides a comprehensive and positive learning experience responsive to individual needs, interests, and enables collective reflection and analysis. You’ll receive support through a range of teaching, varied assessment strategies and digital learning resources. Experienced, and research active, tutors provide tailored guidance that match your aspirations and circumstances, with a focus on inclusion, diverse learning environments and social justice. We facilitate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and the ability to act autonomously in designing, planning, implementing and critically analysing and evaluating at master’s level. We encourage students to develop academic curiosity, providing opportunities for students to continue on to doctoral level study.