MSc Education Studies at University of Strathclyde

A full-time MSc introducing the central questions and research methods of education studies as a discipline, drawing on psychology, sociology, philosophy and political studies. It is not a teaching qualification but supports careers across education and prepares students for doctoral study.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences  |  Duration: 12 months full-time  |  Intake: September & January  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Five core modules (including Globalisation, Society & Education Policy, Thinking about Education, Frameworks for Understanding Learning, Research Methods & Reasoning) and a 12,000 to 15,000-word dissertation, plus optional module pairs; the September intake chooses one pathway such as Educational Leadership. Work-based learning modules are available.

Career pathways

Supports careers in museums, galleries, the arts, publishing, youth work, sports clubs and professional learning and training organisations, and academic careers via PhD or EdD study.

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