Master of Education (Health Professions) MEd
University of Sunderland
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.3) View reviews

Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?

Different course options
2 options available
academic-cap
Qualification

MEd - Master of Education

location-pin
Location

Sir Tom Cowie Campus

beaker
Study mode

Part Time

calendar
Start date

SEP-25

time
Duration

24 months

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

MEd - Master of Education

Location

University of Sunderland

Study mode

Part Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

24 months

SELECT

Qualification

MEd - Master of Education

Location

Sir Tom Cowie Campus

Study mode

Part Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

24 months

SELECTED

Subjects

Select a subject


Health Studies
SELECTED

Education
SELECT

Nursing
SELECT

Exam type

Select a an exam type


Location

Select student location


Domestic
SELECTED

EU
SELECT

Rest of World
SELECT

Course info

OverviewThis Master of Education (Health Professions Education) course enables you to study a wide range of topics relevant to educating tomorrow’s health professionals. The course provides initial teacher preparation for staff new to education, with modules covering both teaching, learning, assessment and curriculum design.Later modules cover leading course provision and dealing with student success, retention, attainment and managing complex issues including fitness to practise. By ...Read more

Overview

This Master of Education (Health Professions Education) course enables you to study a wide range of topics relevant to educating tomorrow’s health professionals. The course provides initial teacher preparation for staff new to education, with modules covering both teaching, learning, assessment and curriculum design.

Later modules cover leading course provision and dealing with student success, retention, attainment and managing complex issues including fitness to practise. By undertaking this Masters degree, you'll examine an aspect of pedagogical practice in detail using educational research methods.

Career ready

On completion of this course, you can expect to find employment at higher education institutions, or clinical teaching roles in the public and private sector (subject to meeting the role specification requirements).

Key stats

Health Studies
WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
31/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
24th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
75th
What students say
H
Hannah
23 Dec 23

Definitely the friendliest university I have..Read more

S
SEYI
04 Dec 23

As a student at the University of Sunderland, my experience has been overwhelmingly positive. The university offers a diverse range of well-structured academic programs, providing..Read more

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
IDP Connect

Entry requirements

We require applicants to hold at least a 2:2 honours degree. Applicants must be in a role which includes a full range of academic responsibilities in line with the UK Professional Standards Framework dimensions and which includes at least 100 hours of face-to-face scheduled teaching each year.

Tuition fees

Students living in

Domestic

£3,750 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

The tuition fee for this course is £3,750 per year if you are from the UK/Ireland/EU settled/pre-settled.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

This part-time course is not available to international students who require a Student visa to study in the UK.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

This part-time course is not available to international students who require a Student visa to study in the UK.

IDP Connect

Latest reviews

Latest Education Studies reviews

Education Studies
Education Studies
Flexible Learning Design
Nursing
H
Hannah
23 Dec 23
Primary Education with SEND BA (Hons)
Definitely the friendliest university I have...
Read more
S
SEYI
04 Dec 23
As a student at the University of Sunderland, my experience has been overwhelmingly positive. The university offers a diverse range of well-structured academic programs, providing...
Read more
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How Education Studies students rated:

Student rating
( 4.5) 43 reviews
5 star
56%
4 stars
38%
3 stars
6%
2 stars
0%
1 star
0%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.3) 1,169 reviews
5 star
47%
4 stars
38%
3 stars
11%
2 stars
3%
1 star
1%
Search reviews that mention

Uni info

University of Sunderland
St Peter's Sunderland SR6 0DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Seaham  3.2 miles away
Thinking of studying in Newcastle?

Check out our

Newcastle city guide

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate