Overview

It will enable them to explore existing policy issues and practices, and apply the insights provided to their own experiences.

Students have the opportunity to engage with a broad range of perspectives and develop a comprehensive theoretical understanding of education policy. Students will study major and topical themes within social science (such as globalisation, markets and managerialism) with a particular emphasis on their effects on and relevance to education.

Careers

Graduates of this Policy Studies in Policy Studies in Education MA programme offered at the University College London (UCL) are currently working across a broad range of areas. Some are working as teachers, while others have jobs in education policy-making. Graduates can also be found studying for PhDs.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sociology of Education

Understanding Education Policy

Understanding Education Research

Sociology of 'Race' and Education

Rights and Education

Gender, Sexuality and Education

Theoretical Foundations of Educational Ideas

Minorities, Migrants and Refugees in National Education Systems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-30 00:00:00

More details

We recommend you apply as soon as possible. The programme may remain open if places are still available and will be closed as soon as it is full or by 30 June.

Language

English

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

69

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Education Public Policy Social Policy View 762 other Masters in Education in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

69

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of a second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard in education or sociology or a cognate discipline is required. Some educational experience in either teaching or administration is considered an advantage.

Tuition Fee

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International

29000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29000 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

11800 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11800 GBP per year during 12 months.

Part time

UK: £5,900
International: £14,500

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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