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University of Bedfordshire: Education (Leadership)
| Institution | University of Bedfordshire |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Education and English Language |
| Web | http://www.beds.ac.uk |
| admission@beds.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0300 3300 073 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
This flexible, part-time course is designed for those presently working as, or interested in, becoming mid-senior managers and leaders in an educational organisation. It is made up of core and optional units, providing you with the flexibility to design a programme which meets your individual needs. Being part time, it helps you fit study around your other commitments while equipping you with the knowledge and skills required to analyse practice, lead change and inspire excellence. Through your studies, you have the opportunity to think critically and creatively so you can effectively navigate the evolving demands of leadership within education.
Facilities and specialist equipment - Teacher Education Centre with realistic mock classrooms supported by advanced ICT resources
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Up-to-the-minute simulation technology
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Multimedia space for webinars and podcasting
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Extensive library with physical learning spaces and online resources to support your studies
Industry links We have well-established partnerships with more than 500 schools and other organisations across the region. This network is extended nationally and internationally through research activity, putting us in a strong position when it comes to understanding national priorities, issues and key developments in educational practice.
Your student experience - The course covers a wide range of theoretical and practical aspects of leadership and management, drawing on multidisciplinary research.
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Through activities and assessments, you develop analytical and practical skills that support you to progress successfully along a leadership or managerial career path.
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The course team have extensive experience, are all professionals who understand the sector and contribute to wider knowledge through cutting-edge research.
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The University of Bedfordshire’s Bedford campus is a small, thriving academic community where staff get to know you well and provide individualised support.
Career opportunities This Master’s qualification will enhance your chances for promotion to senior positions in the field of education and in particular senior management roles within schools. It acts as an important indicator of your ability and understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a senior leader in educational settings. It is also an ideal base from which to progress to study at Doctoral level.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should have a good undergraduate degree at Honours level, or equivalent. |
| Location | Bedford Campus Polhill Avenue Bedford MK41 9EA |
Summary
This flexible, part-time course is designed for those presently working as, or interested in, becoming mid-senior managers and leaders in an educational organisation. It is made up of core and optional units, providing you with the flexibility to design a programme which meets your individual needs. Being part time, it helps you fit study around your other commitments while equipping you with the knowledge and skills required to analyse practice, lead change and inspire excellence. Through your studies, you have the opportunity to think critically and creatively so you can effectively navigate the evolving demands of leadership within education.
Facilities and specialist equipment - Teacher Education Centre with realistic mock classrooms supported by advanced ICT resources
-
Up-to-the-minute simulation technology
-
Multimedia space for webinars and podcasting
-
Extensive library with physical learning spaces and online resources to support your studies
Industry links We have well-established partnerships with more than 500 schools and other organisations across the region. This network is extended nationally and internationally through research activity, putting us in a strong position when it comes to understanding national priorities, issues and key developments in educational practice.
Your student experience - The course covers a wide range of theoretical and practical aspects of leadership and management, drawing on multidisciplinary research.
-
Through activities and assessments, you develop analytical and practical skills that support you to progress successfully along a leadership or managerial career path.
-
The course team have extensive experience, are all professionals who understand the sector and contribute to wider knowledge through cutting-edge research.
-
The University of Bedfordshire’s Bedford campus is a small, thriving academic community where staff get to know you well and provide individualised support.
Career opportunities This Master’s qualification will enhance your chances for promotion to senior positions in the field of education and in particular senior management roles within schools. It acts as an important indicator of your ability and understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a senior leader in educational settings. It is also an ideal base from which to progress to study at Doctoral level.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should have a good undergraduate degree at Honours level, or equivalent. |
| Location | Bedford Campus Polhill Avenue Bedford MK41 9EA |
Summary
This flexible, part-time course is designed for those presently working as, or interested in, becoming mid-senior managers and leaders in an educational organisation. It is made up of core and optional units, providing you with the flexibility to design a programme which meets your individual needs. Being part time, it helps you fit study around your other commitments while equipping you with the knowledge and skills required to analyse practice, lead change and inspire excellence. Through your studies, you have the opportunity to think critically and creatively so you can effectively navigate the evolving demands of leadership within education.
Facilities and specialist equipment - Teacher Education Centre with realistic mock classrooms supported by advanced ICT resources
-
Up-to-the-minute simulation technology
-
Multimedia space for webinars and podcasting
-
Extensive library with physical learning spaces and online resources to support your studies
Industry links We have well-established partnerships with more than 500 schools and other organisations across the region. This network is extended nationally and internationally through research activity, putting us in a strong position when it comes to understanding national priorities, issues and key developments in educational practice.
Your student experience - The course covers a wide range of theoretical and practical aspects of leadership and management, drawing on multidisciplinary research.
-
Through activities and assessments, you develop analytical and practical skills that support you to progress successfully along a leadership or managerial career path.
-
The course team have extensive experience, are all professionals who understand the sector and contribute to wider knowledge through cutting-edge research.
-
The University of Bedfordshire’s Bedford campus is a small, thriving academic community where staff get to know you well and provide individualised support.
Career opportunities This Master’s qualification will enhance your chances for promotion to senior positions in the field of education and in particular senior management roles within schools. It acts as an important indicator of your ability and understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a senior leader in educational settings. It is also an ideal base from which to progress to study at Doctoral level.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should have a good undergraduate degree at Honours level, or equivalent. |
| Location | Bedford Campus Polhill Avenue Bedford MK41 9EA |
Summary
This course enhances your knowledge, skills and understanding in specialist areas of education. It enables you to develop your critical engagement in specific areas of interest, such as Leadership, Special Educational Needs, Early Years and issues related to classroom studies.
The MA Education will allow you to gain further knowledge and understanding in areas of working with children and adults in a wide variety of local authority or social care settings as well as in nurseries, schools and colleges.
For those already in work, the part-time route will support promotion to leadership and management roles. Our names awards will enable students to progress to doctoral study in specific specialist areas.
Studying on this course will able you to apply your own area of interest or practice to specific areas of study and to develop in the direction which interests you. You will learn through a variety of ways including workshops, seminars, online learning and through tutorial support.
For those not working in educational settings, e.g. full-time home and international students, you will be given the opportunity to attend placements to support your learning. International students will be provided with additional support in the first term of study with additional group sessionals and tutorials.
For part-time students, this blended learning course will allow you to study around your work commitments with a combination of face-to-face sessions as well as online support and activities.
On the MA Education courses, you will be taught by experts in the fields of Education, Special Educational Needs, Diversity and Social Justice and Early Years. You will be supervised by staff who are publishing in current journals and have written books in these areas. Additionally, you will meet the staff who have had previous employment in Educational and Social Care settings and are able to relate theory to a practice context.
Why choose this course?
The MA in Education (Leadership) is part-time and aimed at developing your knowledge of leading change within organisations that have education as a key focus. This could include schools, Early Years settings, FE colleges, local government, prisons, military, and private training organisations.
The course provides a dedicated route for those in management positions (or on a management career path). The course aims to develop both analytical and practical skills and will equip you to critically analyse current practices and processes as well as develop your own approaches to effective change.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should have a good undergraduate degree at Honours level, or equivalent. |
| Location | Bedford Campus Polhill Avenue Bedford MK41 9EA |
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