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MA Educational Leadership in Practice - Online

  • DeadlineStudy Details: 2 Years Part-time

Masters Degree Description

It's time to lead in education

Education is increasingly under pressure to meet external demands, particularly with the rise of standardisation and teach-to-test approaches, which are shaping policy and placing significant pressure on educational leaders across the globe.

Our MA Educational Leadership in Practice will equip you with the skills and confidence to navigate these challenges and take a leadership role within education. Through your studies, you will build your intellectual and practical confidence to engage at higher levels, lead effectively and influence change within your organisation.

This master's has a strong international focus, ensuring that what you learn is globally applicable and connecting you with educators across the world.

Entry Requirements

  • A good honours degree (minimum 2:1) or the overseas equivalent.
  • An initial qualification in teaching, or at least one year's professional experience in a public or private educational organisation, are desirable but not essential requirements.
  • Applicants with a 2:2 will be considered if they have at least three years teaching experience.

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Fees

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Programme Funding

We offer a range of options to help fund your online course, for details on the opportunities available please visit our website

Student Destinations

How it will benefit your career

  • You’ll learn vital knowledge and skills to progress your career in education, empowering you to lead with confidence and make an impact.
  • Gain a deep understanding of theories, research, intellectual debates, and best practice from across the globe
  • Reflect on how these could apply to your own practice.
  • Develop higher-order thinking skills to inspire you as a leader of education.
  • Apply educational leadership skills and find solutions to real-world problems from local and global education organisations.

Module Details

1.    Models of Educational Leadership (20 credits) 
Mandatory 
2.    Engaging with Educational Leadership Research (20 credits) 
Mandatory 
3.    Educational Leadership as a Social Practice (20 credits) 
Mandatory 
4.    Digital Technologies and Educational Leadership or Leadership of International Schools (20 credits) 
Optional 
5.    Leading Educational Change (20 credits) 
Mandatory 
6.    Education Policy and Leadership (20 credits) 
Mandatory 
7.    Research Skills in Practice and Independent Supervised Study/Project (60 credits) 
Mandatory 

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