Leading Learning & Teaching in Education (part-time) MEd at University of Dundee

Programme overview

This professional development MEd prepares education professionals for their next career step by applying pedagogical research and theory to practice, developing critical reflection and building expertise in educational research. It is recognised by the International Baccalaureate Organisation and accredited for professional learning by the General Teaching Council Scotland. It does not provide a UK teaching qualification. Delivered online.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences | Duration: Up to 24 months part-time | Intake: October 2026, April 2027, October 2027, April 2028 | Study mode: part-time | Location: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Optional specialisms include International Education, Leadership and Organisational Development, Innovation in Education, Wellbeing of Children and Young People, Inclusive Education, Education for Sustainable Development, TESOL, and Reflecting Upon Leadership in the International Baccalaureate.

Career pathways

The course aims to improve career progression, and the International Baccalaureate certificates it leads to can support careers in public, private or international schools worldwide.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UK lower second-class honours (2:2) degree, with experience of working in educational settings (not necessarily current employment). Applicants not meeting this are considered case by case; recognition of prior learning is considered for credits awarded within the last 5 years. English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with 6.0 writing, 5.5 listening, 5.5 reading, 6.0 speaking; TOEFL iBT 87 overall (writing 20, listening 17, reading 18, speaking 22); PTE Academic UKVI 69 overall (64 each component); LanguageCert Academic 65; Trinity ISE II Distinction. Nationals of some countries are exempt.

Intake: October 2026, April 2027, October 2027, April 2028

Duration: Up to 24 months part-time

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