Overview

The International Education programme at the University of St Andrews is run by the International Education and Lifelong Learning Institute (IELLI).

Highlights

In addition to the five compulsory modules, choose three optional modules and a dissertation topic to explore your interests.

Modules are taught by an interdisciplinary team from different parts of the University and by guest speakers to provide input from a range of academic and practical backgrounds.

Study modules in the applied management and organisational behaviour aspects of leading an organisation, as well as modules related to teaching and learning.

Discuss theoretical concepts and frameworks and apply these through assessments, in small groups, and in writing in online forums.

Careers

Your future

International Education graduates are equipped with a range of skills and experiences which allow them to take on a variety of roles. The majority of International Education students work:

in managerial and administrative roles in international education organisations such as schools, universities, education-facing NGOs

in educational agencies

as educational policymakers

as International Officers

in education-related marketing roles

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Action Research and Reflection for Educational Practitioners

Education and Researching

Leadership and Management in International Education

Organisational Development in International Education

Trends and Policies in International Education

Assessment and Evaluation in Education

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

St Andrews, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Education International Relations View 41 other Masters in International Relations in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2.1 Honours degree between 3.3 and 4.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) in any discipline. Applications are welcomed from all education systems. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements.

Significant professional or other relevant experience alongside evidence of prior alternative learning such as professional qualifications or certifications.

CV containing your personal details and a history of your education and employment (paid or voluntary) to date

personal statement, see personal statement guidance for International Education courses

one original signed reference (professional or academic)

academic transcripts and degree certificates

evidence of English language proficiency (required if English is not your first language).

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

25900 GBP / year

≈ 25900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

12030 GBP / year

≈ 12030 GBP / year

Additional Details

PGDip

Home: £8,020

Overseas: £17,270

PGCert

Home: £4,010

Overseas: £8,650

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for International Education.

Available Scholarships

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Overview

Highlights

Your future

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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