Course summary
This full-time flexible, postgraduate Master’s in Education is also available as part-time study. You will have the opportunity to continue your professional development by exploring a diverse range of educational modules. This unique, bespoke learning programme means that you can tailor make your learning to your exact requirements, around other commitments such as a career or family life. This stream of our MA Education suite is suited to those with an interest in working with learners in an educational setting, throughout the sector and educational contexts . If you are interested in progressing with your career to more senior or specialist roles, then this the perfect way to build on your existing credentials and to offer something extra to employers. You will be supported by a diverse and extremely well qualified range of research active staff. The accessibility and approachability of our staff is paramount to the MA Education suite and our unique and dedicated approach to student support truly sets us apart from other institutions, we will build your confidence and offer unwavering support. All our staff are currently employed in education meaning that you are learning the most current knowledge which has been gained through hands on practical experience. You will enjoy the opportunity to collaborate with peers from the sector, to create a body of new and emerging knowledge. Modules for teaching and learning will let learners choose from a range of specialist modules which cover topics such as: managing the learning environment in the 21st century; technology enhanced learning; mentoring an coaching; leading learning and managing change and reflective approaches to teaching an learning We welcome applications from a broad range of academic backgrounds and will consider each individual application on its merit. We are most interested in individual reasons for you interest and we would encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills from less traditional academic backgrounds, such as industry or even personal experience.
Modules
For a full list of the modules on your course, please access the course pages at www.northumbria.ac.uk
Assessment method
Your tutors will use a variety of teaching methods, which may include lectures, seminars, problem-based workshops, case discussions, practical activities, group work and tutorials. Teaching is backed up by a well-designed support system that will underpin your learning journey. You will have access to a Guidance Tutor with whom you can discuss any academic issues. Extensive feedback from both tutors and peers is built into the course.
Entry requirements
Applicants should normally have: A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or an equivalent qualification such as a Certificate in Education (Cert Ed). Other professional qualifications and relevant professional experience will also be considered. International qualifications: If you have studied a non UK qualification, you can see how your qualifications compare to the standard entry criteria, by selecting the country that you received the qualification in, from our country pages. Visit www.northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry English language requirements: International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 6 in each component (or approved equivalent*). *The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you will need in our English Language section. Visit www.northumbria.ac.uk/englishqualifications
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
For course fee information please refer to your course page at https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/study-at-northumbria/
Provider information
Northumbria University, Newcastle
Northumberland Building
Northumberland Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 8ST