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Education at University of Birmingham - UCAS

Course summary

Start shaping the future of education by developing your expertise with us. Guided by academics and grounded in research, theory and practice, you’ll develop the skills needed to create a fairer, more inclusive education system and be ready to make a lasting impact. Advance your career in education with this personalised MA Education program. Tailor your studies to your passions and career goals, drawing from our leading research in social justice, inclusion, and leadership to create meaningful change in education. why study this course at the University of Birmingham? Join our top-ranked School of Education and be part of a vibrant learning community. Our MA Education programme activates your potential with a diverse curriculum covering leadership, SEN, and social justice. Graduate prepared for a rewarding career in education or research.

  • Integrated Diverse Learning: Combines cutting-edge educational theory with specialisms in contemporary disciplines.
  • Learn from the Best: Be taught by leading researchers in our Top 5 ranked School of Education.
  • Innovative Teaching: Gain a diverse set of skills through lectures, seminars, and online tools with mixed learning assessment methods.
Career opportunities The University of Birmingham MA Education course is highly esteemed across Birmingham and the West Midlands. We boast an exceptional record of student employment post-course completion, with numerous alumni in roles such as domestic and international policy, education leadership and practice, inclusion and social justice, and school improvement.

Assessment method

Dissertation.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

How to apply

International applicants

Standard English language requirements apply. Speakers of English as a second language will be required to hold an IELTs 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band or equivalent qualification.

Entry requirements

A 2:1 or above (or international equivalent) Bachelor's degree is required. Applicants without a 2:1 are welcome to apply, but should have a degree and a minimum of three years relevant professional experience post degree, in an education-focused setting. If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course. For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band.


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

For more detailed information on available funding and fees for postgraduate courses please visit https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/fees-funding
Education at University of Birmingham - UCAS