MA Education
Year 1
(Award available for year: Master of Arts)
Learning outcomes
Subject Specific Learning Outcomes 1. Develop a solid grounding in educational research methods and processes, along with experience in undertaking research in their professional context. 2. Demonstrate a critical understanding of current issues and ideas in education globally, and how they connect with students’ local context. 3. Cultivate a comprehensive understanding of contemporary global educational issues and their interconnectedness with local educational contexts. 4. Gain critical insights into the nexus between education research, theory, policy, and practice, with a holistic perspective that informs decision-making and guides the implementation of educational strategies. 5. Develop proficiency in research skills to design, implement, evaluate, and reflect on education projects in various educational settings at the postgraduate level. 6. Enhance communication skills, written or verbal, to effectively convey ideas, research findings, and insights in various educational settings. 7. Foster leadership capabilities, equipping students to initiate positive change and innovation within their educational environments. 8. Acquire the capacity to proactively acquire emerging knowledge and skills, positioning themselves for future educational advancements and innovations. Competence Standards 1. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of and proficiency in educational research methods and processes. 2. Exhibit a nuanced and critical understanding of contemporary issues and ideas in global education. 3. Demonstrate a deep understanding of the interconnections between educational research, theory, policy, and practice. 4. Share expertise in the design, execution, evaluation, and critical reflection of educational projects. 5. Cultivate and maintain the ability to learn autonomously, demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional development.
Transferable (key) skills
Skills Learning Outcomes 1. Recognise and express how their knowledge and understanding relate to personal experiences, demonstrating learning and growth from these experiences. 2. Evaluate different arguments and perspectives, using supporting evidence to form well-founded opinions, arguments, theories, and ideas. 3. Present oral or visual content to a variety of audiences in an effective and engaging manner. 4. Craft clear, concise, focused, and structured written content, supported by relevant evidence. 5. Employ oral, written, auditory, or visual language skills effectively to learn and demonstrate understanding. 6. Understand and apply moral principles to their behaviours and activities in various contexts. 7. Plan and prioritise their time, tasks, and commitments effectively, both academically and personally. 8. Demonstrate autonomous learning skills and the ability to engage in continuing professional development.
Assessment
Approach to assessment You will be assessed through a variety of methods, including written essays, presentations, poster presentations, reflective Vlogs and group projects. In some modules, you may be able to choose a topic for assessment that is relevant to your future professional needs. Our range of assessment methods are designed to reflect skills that are vital for a career in the education sector, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, interpersonal communication, project planning and research. In all assessments, you will be required to read widely and use evidence from theoretical and empirical research literature – alongside your own experience and contextual knowledge – to develop arguments which critique, support and/or expand knowledge in a particular area of education. You will be expected to show critical understanding of current trends and debates in the field of education and apply these to a specific context of relevance.