Overview

Education with Advanced Research program from University of Hertfordshire is aimed at applicants who intend to pursue careers in senior leadership of education institutions, educational policy development, administration, and academic research. The course will also prepare students for progression into doctoral study.  

Who is the course for? 

established teachers and education practitioners who want to develop expertise and theoretical understanding of the field

newly qualified practitioners looking to upgrade their qualifications and enhance their knowledge

students who have had some experience in an aspect of educational practice which they would like to develop for future career development.

Careers

Employment prospects are enhanced through the MA Education (with Advanced Research) qualification, with graduates often securing promotions with their current employer or pursuing new opportunities.

Typical career paths include: 

Senior practitioner or leader in a school or other education setting

Educational research or policy development

Advisory roles within the field of education

Teacher in range of settings

Lecturer in Higher or Further Education

Training, Human Resources

Leader of Educational organization

Special Educational Needs practitioner

Early Years Practitioner

Children’s Centre Leader

Education Adviser

Coaching and Mentoring

Youth work

Family Support

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Critical Review of the Literature & Advanced Research Methodology

Undertaking Advanced Research

Pedagogy and Practice

Preparing for Success in your Studies

Leadership in Education

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00

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More details

You can apply up until the course starts. Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If course is full we close the intake for that semester

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hatfield, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Education Educational Research View 128 other Masters in Educational Research in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

An honours degree (2:2 or higher) in a relevant subject such as Education, SEND, Childhood Studies, Social Sciences, Coaching, Mentoring or Counselling or other related fields. Other degree qualifications will be considered depending upon relevant professional experience in an educational context such as schools and colleges. Overseas awards need to be recognised as equivalent by NARIC

English language GCSE Grade 4 (iGCSE Grade C) or above or equivalent

A short personal statement (no more than 500 words) explaining why you are interested in education and any relevant experience (professional or voluntary) that might support your application

A work or academic reference.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

20950 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

11310 GBP / year

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Additional Details

EU Students

Full time £20950

Living costs

Hatfield

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Who is the course for?

Careers

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Hatfield

Funding

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