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Professional Practice at Bath Spa University - UCAS

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Course summary

Research and reflect on your professional practice while you pursue a Master's degree that fits your career goals.

  • Choose from a range of specialist modules from across our postgraduate courses in Education.
  • Depending on which modules you choose, you can study online or in-person at Newton Park. Some sessions are held in the evenings.
  • Lay the foundations for career progression – perhaps into a PhD, management, or roles in Higher Education.
Gain an in-depth understanding of your current area of professional practice with our flexible MA. Designed for busy schedules, this course is suitable for working professionals. Choose from a variety of modules covering topics such as inclusive education and educational leadership. Some modules offer structured teaching while others are more research-based and focused on independent learning. Whichever modules you choose, you’ll develop your research skills in preparation for your dissertation. This extended research project culminates in a substantial thesis.

Modules

Your route through the course depends on whether you’re studying full-time or part-time. You can choose between the MA and the Postgraduate Certificate. Your studies will also be influenced by any Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) credits you may be granted. You'll typically take a Research Methods module before completing your dissertation, the final module for the MA. You can discuss your modules choices with the course leader before making your selection. We can advise you on the best fit for your professional focus and areas of interest.

Assessment method

You'll be assessed through coursework, most of which is written. Some assessment is by verbal presentation. There are no exams.

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

Entry requirements

You'll usually have a good first degree, however we often accept applicants with sufficient relevant experience. English language requirements If English isn't your first language, you'll need to provide evidence of proficiency in English. We're looking for an IELTS score of 6.0-7.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (Writing, Listening, Reading and Speaking). We assess applications individually.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £8985 Year 1
Northern Ireland £8985 Year 1
Scotland £8985 Year 1
Wales £8985 Year 1
Channel Islands £8985 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £8985 Year 1
EU £16625 Year 1
International £16625 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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Professional Practice at Bath Spa University - UCAS