National Education (Wales) (Welsh-medium) MA at Bangor University

Programme overview

The National Education (Wales) MA is a Welsh-medium part-time blended programme for educational professionals in Wales, from early career teachers to senior leaders, developed collaboratively by seven Welsh universities with the Welsh Government. Five pathways are available: general, Leadership, Additional Learning Needs, Equity in Education and Curriculum.

Duration: 3 years part-time (2-5 years) | Intake: September | Study mode: part-time | Location: Bangor, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 has three compulsory modules for all students (credit may be offset through recognition of prior learning). Year 2 includes national conference days on Saturdays and the Advanced Research and Enquiry Skills module plus two other modules chosen according to pathway. Year 3 is a research dissertation. Modules are 20 credits, with 22 contact hours each, and learning blends online and face-to-face activities.

Career pathways

The programme is designed to advance professional practice and careers for educational practitioners in Wales.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Candidates must hold Qualified Teacher Status and be currently employed in the compulsory education sector in the UK. Candidates with existing level 7 qualifications (such as a PGCE) may use up to 60 credits of prior learning towards the Masters. Not open to international students; applicants from non-teaching backgrounds in Wales are not eligible for Welsh Government funding. Application requires a supplementary application form, degree copy and transcript, a one-page personal statement and, if possible, a line manager's letter of support.

Domestic applicants: GBP 3,250 a year (2026/27). Per year of study for students not holding a Welsh Government sponsored place; part-time. Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 2-5 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.bangor.ac.uk/study/apply

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