MA Social Research (Education)

Normally a good 2:1 degree in a relevant discipline is required for entry. We are looking for candidates who show the potential for doctoral level study in their applications and can reflect on their own practice.

We welcome applications from:

• Public sector professionals in health, education and social services
• Active members of caring professions such as psychotherapy, counselling, nursing, social work, community development
• Those involved in religious ministry in parish, congregational, or chaplaincy settings
• People working in charities, non-governmental organisations, in the cultural industries, or in the arts
• Those involved in industry or business wishing to deepen their understanding of the ethical and theological dimensions of their practice

International/EU students

Academic requirements: We accept a range of qualifications from different countries – use our handy guide below to see what qualifications we accept from your country.

English language requirements: standard language requirements apply for this course – IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band.. If you are made an offer of a place to study and you do not meet the language requirement, you have the option to enrol on our English for Academic Purposes Presessional Course – if you successfully complete the course, you will be able to fulfil the language requirement without retaking a language qualification.

IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band is equivalent to:

• TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
• Cambridge English (exams taken from 2015): Advanced – minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component

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