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University of Glasgow: School of Education
www.gla.ac.uk/schools/education
The University of Glasgow’s School of Education is an ambitious, major international research-led institution with traditional roots in Scottish higher education. We invest in the future of education through world-class research that advances knowledge and practice. Respected for contributions to policy and practice, our teaching and research benefits from strong partnerships with education communities.
Founded in 1451, the University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world. The University has a history of changing the world and the School of Education is committed to nurturing the people who make it happen.
School of Education rankings and accolades
- Subject top 100: Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025
- Subject top 100: QS World University Rankings 2025
- 3rd in UK: Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026
- 7th in UK: Complete University Guide 2026
- Ranked 6th in UK (THE Research Power score) in REF2021
Postgraduate taught degrees
Our diverse portfolio of postgraduate programmes highlights the school's expertise in adult education, community and cultural engagement, language and literacies, professional studies in teaching and education, and educational policy and leadership.
- Adult Learning, Community Development & Youth Work Practice, MEd
- Children's Literature & Literacies, MEd
- Education (Primary), PGDE
- Education (Secondary), PGDE
- Education, Public Policy & Equity, MSc
- Educational Studies, MSc / MEd
- Inclusive Education: Research, Policy & Practice, MEd
- Museum Education, MSc
- Psychological Studies (conversion), MSc
- TESOL: Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages, MSc
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
Our two-year Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters you to gain an international student experience by studying with the University of Glasgow and its consortium partners across Europe and further afield. Prestigious Erasmus Mundus scholarships are available for well-qualified applicants.
- Children's Literature, Media & Cultural Entrepreneurship, IntM
- Education for Museums & Heritage, IntM
- Education Policies for Global Development, IntM
Postgraduate research opportunities
We have a thriving community of postgraduate research students, from both the United Kingdom and overseas, and our research staff are leading experts in their fields. The research of the School is organised into four research and teaching groups which host specialist research centres, networks and hubs.
- Culture, Literacies, Inclusion & Pedagogy
- Education Leadership & Policy
- Pedagogy, Praxis & Faith
- People, Place & Social Change
Sustainable Development Goals
The University of Glasgow is committed to contributing to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Our postgraduate programmes will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to make a meaningful impact on our global society. As part of our postgraduate community, you'll have the opportunity to delve into the most pressing global challenges facing humanity and the natural world.
For more information
education-pgt@glasgow.ac.uk
glasgow.ac.uk/education
Available courses
- Adult Learning, Community Development & Youth Work Practice (Master of Education - MEd/Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip)
- AI in Education (MSc)
- Children's Literature & Literacies (MEd)
- Children’s Literature, Media & Cultural Entrepreneurship (Erasmus Mundus International Master) (International Master's)
- Educational Studies (MSc)
- Education In Museums & Heritage (Erasmus Mundus International Master) (International Master's)
- Education Policies For Global Development (Erasmus Mundus International Master) (International Master's)
- Education (Primary) (Dumfries campus) PGDE (Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland))
- Education (Primary) PGDE (Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland))
- Education, Public Policy & Equity (MSc)
- Education (Secondary) PGDE (Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland))
- Inclusive Education: Research, Policy & Practice (MEd)
- Inclusive Education: Research, Policy & Practice (Online Distance Learning) (Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert/Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip)
- Into Headship (Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert/Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip)
- Museum Education (MSc)
- Psychological Studies (Conversion) (MSc)
- Religious Education by Distance Learning (CREDL) Cert: Catholic Teacher's Certificate/Award In Religious Understanding (Certificate - Cert)
- TESOL: Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages (MSc)
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