MSc Enhanced Practice in Education (Dumfries campus) at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

Masters for busy professionals building skills and confidence to make effective changes in the workplace and to initiate positive working relationships across organisations. Delivered on the Dumfries campus with weekend intensive course patterns.

Department: Dumfries campus | Duration: MSc: 12 months full-time; 24-36 months part-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Four core courses (Interdisciplinary research methods for social and environmental sustainability; Leading and Managing Change; Reflective Practice; Working in an inter-agency environment), two optional courses (recommended: Critical Thinking and Communication; Perspectives on Power and Professional Practice) and an Enhanced Practice Dissertation.

Career pathways

Leadership roles within organisations; career development as a class teacher, lecturer, policy developer, special education professional, head teacher, education administrator or researcher; foundation for a professional doctorate.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Education, Sociology, Psychology or Social Work, OR 2.1 Hons in any subject with at least 1 year's experience in an education, social, welfare, health, policy or third sector role. 2.2 Hons may sometimes be accepted. Applicants should have experience working with children, young people or adult learners; significant relevant work experience may be accepted with lower qualifications (supply a CV). International applicants: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest below 6.0 (a single test, taken within 2 years 5 months of programme start; other accepted tests listed by the university). Application deadline 24 August 2027 for September 2027 entry (all applicants).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,481 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 27,390 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: MSc: 12 months full-time; 24-36 months part-time

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