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The University of Edinburgh: Education
| Institution | The University of Edinburgh View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Moray House School of Education and Sport |
| Web | https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying |
| educationpg@ed.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0131 650 4086 |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
Our research-based programmes allow you to make a significant contribution to knowledge in, and understanding of, your chosen field.
Our research activities cover all aspects of education and learning, from pre-school to higher education and lifelong learning.
We offer the largest concentration of researchers in education in a Scottish university, meaning you'll be supported by and collaborate with leaders in the field.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Moray House School of Education and Sport The University of Edinburgh Old Moray House Holyrood Road Edinburgh EH8 8AQ |
Summary
Our research-based programmes allow you to make a significant contribution to knowledge in, and understanding of, your chosen field.
Our research activities cover all aspects of education and learning, from pre-school to higher education and lifelong learning.
We offer the largest concentration of researchers in education in a Scottish university, meaning you'll be supported by and collaborate with leaders in the field.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Moray House School of Education and Sport The University of Edinburgh Old Moray House Holyrood Road Edinburgh EH8 8AQ |
MSc
Summary
The MSc Education is the flagship taught postgraduate degree of Moray House School of Education and Sport and one of its most popular programmes. It provides an ideal foundation for students who wish to work in education policy, research or practice, or who want to go on to doctoral-level study.
Study options
Gain a broad foundation on our general MSc Education, or specialise your degree by choosing a pathway in a particular area relevant to your educational and professional aims. You can specialise in one of the following areas:
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MSc Education (Child and Adolescent Psychology)
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MSc Education (Early Childhood Practice and Froebel)
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MSc Education (Philosophy of Education)
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MSc Education (Research)
Through strategically designed compulsory courses and a wide range of options, paired with guidance from our staff and in a lively and supportive student community, you will take part in social and philosophical reflection on the nature, value and purposes of education.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Moray House School of Education and Sport The University of Edinburgh Old Moray House Holyrood Road Edinburgh EH8 8AQ |
MSc (Res)
Summary
Our research-based programmes allow you to make a significant contribution to knowledge in, and understanding of, your chosen field.
Our research activities cover all aspects of education and learning, from pre-school to higher education and lifelong learning.
We offer the largest concentration of researchers in education in a Scottish university, meaning you'll be supported by and collaborate with leaders in the field.
The MSc by Research aims to provide a thorough training in research in a particular area within Education. It is a one-year (full-time) or two-year (part-time) degree.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
Summary
Our research-based programmes allow you to make a significant contribution to knowledge in, and understanding of, your chosen field.
Our research activities cover all aspects of education and learning, from pre-school to higher education and lifelong learning.
We offer the largest concentration of researchers in education in a Scottish university, meaning you'll be supported by and collaborate with leaders in the field.
The MSc by Research aims to provide a thorough training in research in a particular area within Education. It is a one-year (full-time) or two-year (part-time) degree.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
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Our position as one of Britain’s leading research universities was reaffirmed by the results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF). The University of Edinburgh is one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, ranked 4th in the UK for research power (Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions), with 90% of our research activity classified as world leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research …
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