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MA - Master of Arts
Swansea Campus
Full Time
FEB-26
1 Year
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MA - Master of Arts
Swansea Campus
Full Time
FEB-26
1 Year
MA - Master of Arts
Swansea Campus
Full Time
OCT-26
1 Year
MA - Master of Arts
Swansea Campus
Part Time
OCT-26
2 Years
MA - Master of Arts
Online
Part Time
OCT-26
2 Years
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Our Education Studies MA is a course for anyone interested in the field of education and its impact on individuals and society. Through this postgraduate degree, you’ll deepen your critical awareness of educational issues, looking closely at the challenges and possibilities that define today’s learning environments. The course provides a solid foundation in academic and research skills, offering you insights into educational theory and educational research. You’ll also gain important subject knowledge, equipping you to critically explore and apply ideas in educational practice. Developing your reflective and critical evaluation skills is a key part of the programme, encouraging you to examine complex topics and address questions that affect education. The course also looks at the broader contexts of education, examining how learning relates to society on a local and global scale. With a focus on international perspectives, this MA encourages you to consider how education works in different cultures and across diverse communities, which can help you see the bigger picture and think beyond traditional boundaries. On completing this MA, you’ll have a strong grasp of educational theory and practice, as well as the skills to shape education through critical thinking and informed perspectives. This degree will prepare you for roles in policy, research, and beyond, helping you make a real impact in the field of education.
You need 2:2 honours degree or UWTSD recognised equivalent. Alternative entry routes - Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Masters degree. Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Masters degree. These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.
Students living in
Domestic
£7,800 per year
Students from Domestic
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£16,800 per year
Students from EU
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£16,800 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.