MA Higher Education Practice at University of Hull

Programme overview

The MA Higher Education Practice is designed for university and higher education lecturers and develops critical thinking about education, research methods and an independent research project or dissertation. A recognised 60-credit postgraduate certificate is accredited towards the degree, so students complete the remaining modules. Modules run in both daytime and evening patterns.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Social Sciences and Education | Department: School of Education | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time (September 2027 start) | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Hull, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Contemporary and Critical Issues in Education: Theory, Policy and Context, Research Methodologies (Education) and an Extended Research Project (Education).

Career pathways

The course supports career development as a university or higher education lecturer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants need 60 credits at level 7 (a relevant postgraduate certificate) which is recognised or accredited towards the full MA. Relevant qualifications include the Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PCAP), the Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert HE) and the Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education. English language (international applicants): Requires academic IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill.

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://evision.hull.ac.uk/pg-pre-pick.html?course=PMHEDPX

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