Education

Overview

Why study MA Education at Middlesex University?

The core focus of this innovative Education MA course at the Middlesex University is exceptional education. The part-time course meets the needs of those who wish to further their knowledge of the theory and processes of education, but cannot commit to full-time studies. The course may be undertaken on an individual or collective basis, with groups of teachers and education professionals both eligible to enroll.

Structured so that assignments can be built into your working practice, the course will maximise the effectiveness of your teaching, leadership and management. We encourage participants to evaluate existing practices, develop new approaches and become immersed in action enquiry based research.

Middlesex's extensive history of delivering leading education courses ensures that you will benefit from the guidance of outstanding tutors who bring a wealth of professional experience to their teaching. As research-leaders, our academics are widely published across disciplines such as multilingualism, diversity and childhood development.

Specialist Pathway: MA Education (Drama)

This focused pathway of the Education MA programme is delivered in conjunction with Trestle Theatre Company and is specifically designed for teachers and lecturers of drama, theatre studies and performing arts. The course explores a variety of theatre practices relating to education and creative learning, as well as sharing years of specialist mask and physical theatre expertise developed through Trestle’s work. Professionals who are interested in this award title should apply for the MA Education programme, clearly stating they wish to work towards the MA Education (Drama) exit award and select the below modules:

• Developing Professional Practice
• Action Enquiry for improvement
• Dissertation

Course Highlights

• The education department is at the cutting edge of teaching and learning practice in the UK
• Thought-leaders in their field, our tutors are able to contribute the very latest research findings to the course
• For those registering in groups, the course pathway is developed by the University in partnership with schools or other agencies, who may offer module delivery at a convenient location
• Accreditation of Prior Learning is available in all but the dissertation module, allowing you to gain credit for prior study and therefore shorten your overall study period
• As a participant of this course you'll receive a free electronic textbook for every module.