MA Education at University of Liverpool

Our new MA in Education aims to create reflective, research-driven educators who can apply their knowledge skills and experience to real-world challenges in educational settings. This course is designed to promote a holistic understanding of education, emphasising both theory and practice, and encouraging lifelong professional growth. We will give you an insight into global trends and comparative education systems so you will gain a broader understanding of education in an international context.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 12 months full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

FUNDAMENTALS OF EDUCATION: TEACHING, LEARNING, KNOWLEDGE, ASSESSMENT (EDUC701) Compulsory modules in semester one include Fundamentals of Education: Teaching, Learning, Knowledge, Assessment, Contemporary Issues in Global Education, Introduction to Educational Research and Enquiry, The Reflective Practitioner.

Career pathways

The MA in Education aims to prepare graduates for roles in education, research, administration, and policymaking, as well as further academic pursuits such as doctoral studies in education. The programme’s emphasis on digital contexts and entrepreneurship within education offer a point of differentiation for students seeking to influence change in educational practice and innovation.

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