Overview

Education (Independent Distance Learning) at University of Sunderland is a flexible postgraduate course for teachers and education professionals. It helps you build your knowledge and improve your career options. It can support your development in schools and other education settings. It can also lead to roles in areas like education policy or government.

Career ready

You'll study with a wide range of people. This includes primary and secondary teachers, as well as people working in universities, prisons, and charities.The course helps you explore ideas about education. You'll also apply these ideas to your own work and experience.If you already work in education, this MA can support your professional growth. It can also help you move into new roles.Depending on the modules you choose, you'll graduate with one of the following degree titles:

MA Education (Generic)

MA Education (Early Years Teaching).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Criticality
Research Methods in Education
Mentoring and Coaching
Leading Organisational Effectiveness in Education and Training
Assessment: Theory into Pedagogic Practice
The Nature of Teaching and Learning

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

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More details

Most courses are open for applications all year round – but we’d highly recommend applying at least six months before the start date.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To apply, you'll need at least a second class honours degree (usually a 2:1) or equivalent.
You should also have experience working in education. This could be as a teacher or in another role in the sector. A recognised teaching qualification is helpful but not required.
If you've already studied at master’s level, for example through a PGCE or PCET award, you may be able to use some of those credits. These must be less than five years old and show that you've met the required learning outcomes.
If English isn't your first language, you need an IELTS (or equivalent) score of at least 6.0. You must show this before we can consider your application or make an offer.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

8925 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

8925 GBP / year

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Funding

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Education (Independent Distance Learning)

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Career ready

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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