Education Practice and Innovation (MSc) 12 months Postgraduate Program By University of Southampton |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 151-200QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

12 monthsProgram duration

Application Deadline

26 Aug, 2025Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

Education and TrainingMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

On this master's in educational practice, you'll learn how to respond to the teaching needs of different types of learners, to give all students an equal chance to achieve their full potential. You will explore innovations across Lifelong and Work-related learning sectors with a focus on, policy and innovative practice and, research and theoretical perspectives. You’ll study different teaching and learning methods and learn how to conduct and analyse educational research in the fields of innovation and inclusive practices:
•    Carrying out world-leading research in  higher  education, social  justice, and  inclusive  education,  educational effectiveness,  mathematics,  science, and  health  education  •    Covering the full spectrum, from early years to post-compulsory and lifelong learning 
This programme will appeal to a broad spectrum of teachers and practitioners across all educational sectors but particularly those in post-compulsory education organisations. 
This is a research-focused course. You’ll be expected to assess the impact of research in education and how it affects educational strategies and policies with a focus on contemporary teaching and learning models for innovation. 
On our MSc Education Practice and Innovation you’ll learn to: - recognise innovation in learning and teaching
- appreciate the context and policy drivers across the Lifelong and Work-Related sector
- interrogate different forms of innovation and associated claims
- explore emerging trends, including barriers and enablers of change in educational innovation
- recognise and critique the major processes of training and development
You’ll join a close-knit and diverse learning community, we offer an exceptional academic experience, with small-group teaching that allows you to explore topics in-depth and plenty of support to ensure you achieve your potential. You’ll graduate with the skills to analyse the challenges facing education and critically reflect on your teaching and learning practices to advance your career. Education at the University of Southampton is ranked 14th in the UK (The Complete University Guide, 2025).

Program overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

On this master's in educational practice, you'll learn how to respond to the teaching needs of different types of learners, to give all students an equal chance to achieve their full potential. You will explore innovations across Lifelong and Work-related learning sectors with a focus on, policy and innovative practice and, research and theoretical perspectives. You’ll study different teaching and learning methods and learn how to conduct and analyse educational research in the fields of innovation and inclusive practices:
•    Carrying out world-leading research in  higher  education, social  justice, and  inclusive  education,  educational effectiveness,  mathematics,  science, and  health  education  •    Covering the full spectrum, from early years to post-compulsory and lifelong learning 
This programme will appeal to a broad spectrum of teachers and practitioners across all educational sectors but particularly those in post-compulsory education organisations. 
This is a research-focused course. You’ll be expected to assess the impact of research in education and how it affects educational strategies and policies with a focus on contemporary teaching and learning models for innovation. 
On our MSc Education Practice and Innovation you’ll learn to: - recognise innovation in learning and teaching
- appreciate the context and policy drivers across the Lifelong and Work-Related sector
- interrogate different forms of innovation and associated claims
- explore emerging trends, including barriers and enablers of change in educational innovation
- recognise and critique the major processes of training and development
You’ll join a close-knit and diverse learning community, we offer an exceptional academic experience, with small-group teaching that allows you to explore topics in-depth and plenty of support to ensure you achieve your potential. You’ll graduate with the skills to analyse the challenges facing education and critically reflect on your teaching and learning practices to advance your career. Education at the University of Southampton is ranked 14th in the UK (The Complete University Guide, 2025).

Admission Requirements

3.2+
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6.5+
62+
176+
An upper-second class degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in subjects such as Education, Social Sciences, Sociology, Psychology or any subject if experience of teaching/working in education or with a UK QTS or PGCE qualification. Minimum of 8 weeks teaching experience is required.

26 Aug 2025
1 Year
Sep

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

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