Overview
Catholic School Leadership - Principles and Practice from St Mary's University, Twickenham, London is unique in that it is the only Catholic School Leadership Masters’ programme offered currently in the UK, supporting specifically the distinctive leadership development for people at all levels of Catholic education, integrating a Catholic philosophy of education with the principles and practice of effective school leadership.
All are welcome and will enjoy participating. Securing quality leaders committed to modelling leadership on Christ constitutes one of the key challenges for Catholic and indeed all Christian schools.
This course aims to promote a vision that sees the maintenance of a balance between school improvement and Catholic distinctiveness as a feature of the mission of schools and colleges.
Careers
The MA in Catholic School Leadership: Principles and Practice is the only postgraduate course of study available in the UK that specifically supports the distinctive leadership development needs of leaders and aspiring leaders at all levels and within all phases of Catholic education. NPQH is no longer a requirement for headship, so aspiring headteachers will find that this course offers the ideal alternative qualification.
Programme Structure
Modules include:
- Catholic Education
- Leadership and Management in Catholic Schools
- Spiritual and Theological Foundations
- Leadership for Learning
- Research Methods
- Dissertation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Religious Studies & Theology Educational Leadership View 73 other Masters in Educational Leadership in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- The course is open to all who have a first degree and are committed to Catholic education.
- Applicants who have relevant experience of working in Catholic schools are also encouraged to apply.
Tuition Fee
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International
14550 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14550 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
6990 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6990 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.