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.
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.
Provider information
Bath Spa University
Newton Park
Newton St Loe
Bath
BA2 9BN