Education (International Education)

Overview

This MEd Education (International Education) from University of Dundee is essential for all professionals working in an educational setting, whether working as a teacher or in a similar developmental role. It can help you enhance your professional learning and improve your international career progression prospects.

You will be given a framework to help you reflect critically on your professional development and your current practice, and you will be introduced to research methodology. You will also focus on the principal theories and concepts associated with international education.

You can tailor the educational experience to suit your own circumstances, working entirely online, at your own pace, and taking a break from studies if needed. You can choose to study for the full Master of Education award, or you can exit early with a PG Certificate or PG Diploma.

Most of the learning will build on your initial training and is based around your work experience. You do not need to be currently employed to study this course, as long as you have the relevant experience.

Careers

Most students on this course are already in full time employment, and a number move into senior management positions during, or just after, their time studying with us.

This course can help you influence your own professional learning journey and take control of your own Continual Professional Development, enhancing your prospects for future career advancement.

This course is not an initial teaching course and will not qualify you to teach in Scotland.

Accreditation

The course is accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organisation. On completion participants can register for an IB Advanced Certificate in Teaching and Learning Research, Certificate in Leadership Practice or Advanced Certificate in Leadership Research.