Educational Leadership MA 20 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Birmingham |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

20 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

9,360 GBPTuition Fee/year

Starting Month

JanStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This distinctive, evidence-focused Educational Leadership Masters course builds on National Professional Qualifications to develop capacity for leadership and expert practice in schools. It is designed for those aiming to make a difference through leadership that is focused on learning and school improvement.


Whether you're an experienced practitioner, a determined policymaker, or a curious researcher, we'll give you the tools to put your learning into practice in the real world. With a thorough grounding in key educational leadership theories, policies, and practices, we'll prepare you to lead change in your institution.


This course will run over 20 months in a part-time mode. 

Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This distinctive, evidence-focused Educational Leadership Masters course builds on National Professional Qualifications to develop capacity for leadership and expert practice in schools. It is designed for those aiming to make a difference through leadership that is focused on learning and school improvement.


Whether you're an experienced practitioner, a determined policymaker, or a curious researcher, we'll give you the tools to put your learning into practice in the real world. With a thorough grounding in key educational leadership theories, policies, and practices, we'll prepare you to lead change in your institution.


This course will run over 20 months in a part-time mode. 

Admission Requirements

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A degree (equivalent to a UK Bachelors Degree of at least 2:2 or above) or a recognised equivalent qualification and this will be a condition of any offer where the degree has not already been awarded.

60 postgraduate credits of prior learning or certification.

All applicants must be working in an educational setting for the duration of the programme. 

Two references, of which one must be academic (e.g. previous university tutor) and one professional, that confirms your current role in an educational setting and evidences your motivation and ability to study.

A Personal Statement (minimum 500 - 700 words) on your motivation for and commitment to this programme of study as well as information about your leadership experience in an educational context. You should refer to any leadership programmes you have attended, any Master’s level credits already awarded, any mentoring experience you have gained and/or your involvement in school projects that demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of leadership in an educational context.

20 Months
Jan

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
3,750 GBP
International
9,360 GBP

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