Education is an increasingly changing, dynamic and very demanding sector which requires professionals and practitioners to be very qualified in order to meet various challenges.
The MA in Education is suitable for all those that are interested in understanding the important role of education in our everyday lives and especially the links between education, society and students of all ages. It is an ideal degree for all those who wish to enter into the educational sector and all current practitioners who wish to enhance further their knowledge in the fields of teaching and learning.
Necessary skills such as the use of ICT, problem solving, critical thinking, and communication and research skills are acquired through the course.
Throughout the Master’s programme students will be engaged in research, teaching methods, learning how to adapt with learning disabilities and understand educational practices and theories.
Programme Outline
Foundation Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UU-M-IND100 | Induction Module | 0.00 |
| UU-FNT-203 | Introduction to Master Degree | 0.00 |
Core requirements (required modules)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UU-EDU734 | Teaching and Learning Management | 37.50 |
| UU-EDU732 | Analysis of Learning Disabilities in Education | 37.50 |
| UU-EDU733 | ICT in Education | 37.50 |
| UU-EDU730 | Research Practices and Methods | 37.50 |
| UU-EDU731-1 | Dissertation (Part 1) | 45.00 |
| UU-EDU731-2 | Dissertation (Part 2) | 45.00 |
