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MA Educational Leadership and Management (online) at Bath Spa University

Bath Spa University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

In this flexible online MA Education Leadership and Management course you’ll explore the opportunities and challenges that educational leaders face. You'll examine different styles of leadership and develop the skills to lead creatively in an educational setting. This Master's in educational leadership is designed for those who are interested in becoming or are presently working as mid-level and senior managers and leaders in schools or other educational organisations, in a variety of global contexts.

Faculty: School of Education and Humanities  |  Duration: 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time.  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time; online  |  Location: Bath, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This is the structure for the one year, full-time study option. Trimester one In the first trimester, you’ll gain a broad understanding of the context in which educational leaders operate. You'll examine the place of education in contemporary societies and explore how educational reform is constructed and implemented to deliver social and economic change.

Career pathways

You’ll graduate with practical and theoretical knowledge, well-placed to apply for middle, senior or leadership roles in schools or other educational institutions. This could lead to job promotion or other work opportunities where you can demonstrate your leadership and management skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide evidence of proficiency in the English language. We're looking for a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (Writing, Listening, Reading and Speaking).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,920 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee, UK full time Source

International applicants: GBP 18,355 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee, International full time Source

Duration: 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time.

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