Education Leadership and Learning MA
Course Overview
Explore educational policy and practice. Gain leadership skills and a Masters that will stand out to future employers.
Course Summary
Enhance your teaching practice, master the latest issues in education, and build leadership skills that will help prepare you for a more senior role.
- Taught by a research-led faculty with 100 years of teacher training experience
- Rated in the top 25 for education in the UK (The Complete University Guide, 2022 and The Guardian University Guide, 2022).
Exploring fundamental theories, practices and themes within the educational system such as:
- Inclusion
- Managing change
- Technology in teaching
This course is open to teachers and those working in roles within the wider education sector. It focuses on developing the skills and knowledge you need to gain a career advantage – whether you’re aiming for head of year, head of department or simply want to improve your employability.
You’ll also develop a new perspective on data and evaluation as well as how to reflect, improve and challenge your practice: skills that employers will value.
Modules
- Reflections on Teaching and Learning in Practice (20 credits)
- Leading Learning and Change (20 credits)
- Developing a Curriculum (20 credits)
- Technology Enhanced Learning: What Works? (20 credits)
- Educational Assessment in Practice (20 credits)
- Inclusion: Leading Practice in an Educational Environment (20 credits)
- Systematic Appraisal (60 credits)
Assessments
Entry Requirements
2:2 honours degree (minimum) or an international equivalent in any discipline.
International applicants may be required to show an English language qualification, such as IELTS.
If you don’t meet these academic requirements, but can demonstrate extensive, relevant professional experience in a related field, you may still be eligible. Enquire to learn more.
Course Fees
£9,950 total for UK, EU and International students*.
Thanks to our flexible payment system, you will be able to spread the cost of your fees throughout the duration of the course, paying in module-by-module instalments.
*Please note, fees and modules are reviewed regularly and may be subject to change. After the point of enquiry, you will be notified of any changes by our Enrolment Team.
Interested in this course?
Who’s This Course For?
Career Starters
You’re relatively new to teaching and want to improve your theoretical knowledge, practical skills and learn new perspectives.
You may be interested in emerging topics such as SEND and inclusion, and you’re keen to earn a postgrad qualification to boost your CV.
Career Progressors
You’ve been teaching (in the UK or internationally) for some time and ready to gain leadership skills to move into a more senior position.
You want to improve your career prospects and sharpen your knowledge of current and emerging educational issues in order to be at the forefront of the field.
Wider Educational Professionals
You’re not based in a school classroom, but involved in education – maybe through public policy, museum or charity education, private tuition, therapy or advisory roles.
You’re interested in a better understanding of educational issues and keen to bring new insight to your organisation or department.
Course Perspectives
Northumbria: At the Forefront of Education
Northumbria University has over 100 years of education teaching experience. Our research record includes specialisms in curriculum innovation, educational leadership, and education initiatives for marginalised groups, and a high proportion of our publications achieve world-leading status.
Course tutors will support you to apply such research to practical applications, while also bringing their own real-world experience into their modules.
We’re ranked as a top young university and perform consistently high in global rankings and league tables. An MA in Education from Northumbria will be a career-enhancing qualification that will stand out on your CV, both in the UK and internationally.
