Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Study Details: 24 months
This fully online course is ideal for current and aspiring educational professionals who are seeking to deepen their understanding of leadership within educational settings. It is particularly suitable for individuals who wish to critically engage with national and international developments in educational leadership, explore ethical and research-informed practices, and develop the skills necessary to lead learning communities effectively.
Whether you are a teacher, school leader, policy maker, or working in a broader educational context, this programme supports your professional growth through reflective practice, collaborative learning, and the application of theory to real-world challenges. The course is also well-suited for those aiming to enhance their career prospects by gaining a master’s-level qualification grounded in both academic rigour and practical relevance.
Normally, you will have at least an upper second class (2.1) honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject, and appropriate work experience.
Your application form must be accompanied by a 250-word reflective statement. Your statement should include information about your professional teaching experience and the area(s) you wish to research during your master's-level project.
Two references highlighting your potential to produce master's-level (level 7) academic work will be required. In particular, we need information about your professional teaching experience, so please encourage your referees to provide this information if they are able to.
Graduates of the MA in Educational Leadership are well-positioned for a variety of leadership and management roles across the education sector.
By the end of the course, we anticipate that you will have developed reflective and critical capabilities, alongside the necessary knowledge and skills to respond to a variety of educational leadership challenges within your organisation. As a graduate of a master’s degree from the University of Greater Manchester, you will also possess a number of career-enhancing skills, such as interpersonal skills, research skills, oral and written skills, and the ability to work independently.
Core Modules:
Anchor Module
Emerging Horizons in Educational A1: Ethics, Integration, and Leadership
Leading Leaming Communities
Critical Enquiry and Refection
Professional Project
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