Education MA

Brunel University of London

The Education MA is designed to develop your knowledge, skills and confidence in the subject of education. The programme will provide opportunities for you to develop knowledge and understanding of key theories, concepts and methodologies in the study of education.The aim of the course is to help you understand the different disciplinary perspectives that inform the field of education, to engage in critical discussion on current issues and contemporary educational questions and to encourage global perspectives on educational policy and practice.Along the way you will develop knowledge and understanding of a range of methodological approaches and the independence and confidence to undertake educational research for others or your own professional interests.The course is available either as the Education MA or the Education MA with pathway choices in: Special Educational Needs and Disability and Inclusion Leadership and Management Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Education Professional Practice and Pedagogy.The Education MA will enhance your employment and career opportunities in complex professional environments that require sound judgement, personal responsibility and initiative.If you successfully complete your Education MA, it will offer you a route into employment in a range of educational‑related fields either on graduation or via further professional study. If you would like to consider further study in education, perhaps PGCE teacher training, a taught Doctorate of Education or a research based PhD, you will be warmly encouraged by the department with the opportunity of discounted fees as a Brunel graduate.

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