MA Early Childhood Leadership and Practice at University of East London

Early childhood continues to be a rapidly changing field in the local and global context. Enhanced qualifications in this subject will support your career progression and employability whether you work in early childhood settings in the private, voluntary or public sectors in the United Kingdom or internationally. At UEL we recognise that the study of early childhood needs a holistic perspective.

Faculty: School of Childhood and Social Care  |  Department: Department of Education  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The Early Childhood Leadership and Practice MA provides a comprehensive, research-focused approach to leadership in early childhood. The Action Research module examines methodologies for making change in real-world settings. Modules include Mental Wealth: Critical Reflection on Leadership of Practice in Early Childhood, Action Research: Leading Change in Early Childhood Leadership and Practice, Research Methods in Early Childhood Leadership and Practice, Workbased Learning: formation and development of professional knowledge in practice.

Career pathways

We value your undergraduate degree and your experience working with young children. We'll partner with you to help you achieve your career goals in early childhood education.

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