MA Education at University of Reading

Programme overview

MA Education develops knowledge and understanding of education and educational research, and suits educators at all career stages.

Faculty: Institute of Education | Duration: 12 months full-time; part-time modular up to 63 months | Study mode: full-time | Location: Reading, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Investigating Education, Analysing Research Data in Education and a dissertation. Optional modules include Child Development and Education, Education for Social Sustainability, Future Leaders in Education, Families and Learning, Educating Diverse Groups and The Creative Educator.

Career pathways

Progression to higher levels in educational and education-related settings, including management in schools and colleges and headship qualifications.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A predicted or achieved 2:2 or above UK honours degree or equivalent non-UK qualification, normally in Education Studies or Education Studies with another subject; other subjects accepted with evidence of interest in education or professional experience. A personal statement explaining motivation is required. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5 (or equivalent).

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,500 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee; flexible/modular study is charged pro rata. Source

International applicants: GBP 27,450 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee; flexible/modular study is charged pro rata. Source

Duration: 12 months full-time; Part-time modular: currently up to 63 months

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