12 monthsProgramme duration
36,800 GBPTuition Fee/year
25 Jun, 2027Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
MA
Study Level
Master's
Study Mode
On Campus
What does good science education look like? Through critically engaging with the theories, policies and practices that underpin science education we take a deeper look into understanding how science education can build a scientifically literate society, empower learners, retain teachers and advance science education policy.
UCL’s Science Education MA is for educators looking to explore, and help find, the answers to questions such as these. Whether you’re working as a practising or aspiring teacher of science, a policymaker, or are involved in science education in a different setting or format, this course will provide you with a deep insight into contemporary science education research and practice.
The course begins with a deep exploration of the theories underpinning science education today, from constructivism to socially-critical pedagogies. Positioning yourself within these debates and ideas, you’ll explore and challenge them, and then reflect on how to apply them to your own setting and role.
We’ll consider topics such as what it means to be scientifically-literate, the inequities that exist in educating others about science, and the role science education has to play in responding to the climate crisis. We’ll also explore different agendas for the future of science education, and diverse perspectives on how to engage people with science, as well as practical approaches for embedding new ideas within existing structures and curriculums.
Studying as part of the UCL Institute of Education (IOE), you’ll learn firsthand from experts in areas such as learning outside the classroom, culture and science education, and socio-scientific issues. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your own research interests and skills.
By the end of your master’s, you’ll be empowered as a critical thinker and practitioner, with tools to advance your career and advance science education in your own setting or country. You could also take your insights into a PhD or academic career.
UCL’s Science Education MA is for educators looking to explore, and help find, the answers to questions such as these. Whether you’re working as a practising or aspiring teacher of science, a policymaker, or are involved in science education in a different setting or format, this course will provide you with a deep insight into contemporary science education research and practice.
The course begins with a deep exploration of the theories underpinning science education today, from constructivism to socially-critical pedagogies. Positioning yourself within these debates and ideas, you’ll explore and challenge them, and then reflect on how to apply them to your own setting and role.
We’ll consider topics such as what it means to be scientifically-literate, the inequities that exist in educating others about science, and the role science education has to play in responding to the climate crisis. We’ll also explore different agendas for the future of science education, and diverse perspectives on how to engage people with science, as well as practical approaches for embedding new ideas within existing structures and curriculums.
Studying as part of the UCL Institute of Education (IOE), you’ll learn firsthand from experts in areas such as learning outside the classroom, culture and science education, and socio-scientific issues. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your own research interests and skills.
By the end of your master’s, you’ll be empowered as a critical thinker and practitioner, with tools to advance your career and advance science education in your own setting or country. You could also take your insights into a PhD or academic career.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
MA
Study Level
Master's
Study Mode
On Campus
What does good science education look like? Through critically engaging with the theories, policies and practices that underpin science education we take a deeper look into understanding how science education can build a scientifically literate society, empower learners, retain teachers and advance science education policy.
UCL’s Science Education MA is for educators looking to explore, and help find, the answers to questions such as these. Whether you’re working as a practising or aspiring teacher of science, a policymaker, or are involved in science education in a different setting or format, this course will provide you with a deep insight into contemporary science education research and practice.
The course begins with a deep exploration of the theories underpinning science education today, from constructivism to socially-critical pedagogies. Positioning yourself within these debates and ideas, you’ll explore and challenge them, and then reflect on how to apply them to your own setting and role.
We’ll consider topics such as what it means to be scientifically-literate, the inequities that exist in educating others about science, and the role science education has to play in responding to the climate crisis. We’ll also explore different agendas for the future of science education, and diverse perspectives on how to engage people with science, as well as practical approaches for embedding new ideas within existing structures and curriculums.
Studying as part of the UCL Institute of Education (IOE), you’ll learn firsthand from experts in areas such as learning outside the classroom, culture and science education, and socio-scientific issues. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your own research interests and skills.
By the end of your master’s, you’ll be empowered as a critical thinker and practitioner, with tools to advance your career and advance science education in your own setting or country. You could also take your insights into a PhD or academic career.
UCL’s Science Education MA is for educators looking to explore, and help find, the answers to questions such as these. Whether you’re working as a practising or aspiring teacher of science, a policymaker, or are involved in science education in a different setting or format, this course will provide you with a deep insight into contemporary science education research and practice.
The course begins with a deep exploration of the theories underpinning science education today, from constructivism to socially-critical pedagogies. Positioning yourself within these debates and ideas, you’ll explore and challenge them, and then reflect on how to apply them to your own setting and role.
We’ll consider topics such as what it means to be scientifically-literate, the inequities that exist in educating others about science, and the role science education has to play in responding to the climate crisis. We’ll also explore different agendas for the future of science education, and diverse perspectives on how to engage people with science, as well as practical approaches for embedding new ideas within existing structures and curriculums.
Studying as part of the UCL Institute of Education (IOE), you’ll learn firsthand from experts in areas such as learning outside the classroom, culture and science education, and socio-scientific issues. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your own research interests and skills.
By the end of your master’s, you’ll be empowered as a critical thinker and practitioner, with tools to advance your career and advance science education in your own setting or country. You could also take your insights into a PhD or academic career.
Admission Requirements
180+
7+
76+
4.5+
A minimum of a second-class UK Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard and a developed interest in science education (usually evidenced by experience or teaching related to education).
25 Jun 2027
1 Year
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
14,200 GBP
International
36,800 GBP
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