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University of Birmingham: Educational Leadership
| Institution | University of Birmingham View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Education |
| Web | https://www.birmingham.ac.uk |
| pg@contacts.bham.ac.uk | |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This distinctive, evidence-focused Educational Leadership Masters course builds on National Professional Qualifications to develop capacity for leadership and expert practice in schools. It is designed for those aiming to make a difference through leadership that is focused on learning and school improvement.
The knowledge and experience you will gain from the course will place you in an ideal position to inform future improvement and make a difference to the overall performance of your school. It will enhance your ability to lead school improvement by using research and evidence to develop, and in some cases, challenge current practices.
On the MA Educational Leadership course you will: - Engage with leading academics and expert local school leaders;
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Be part of a research-informed community which harnesses cutting-edge and seminal research literature and conducts research and enquiry to review and improve practice and school improvement initiatives;
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Develop capacity for rigorous and critical analysis of evidence from research and evidence from practice in improving schools;
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Develop your own specialist areas of expertise through research, leadership enquiry and other practice-focused assignments.
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The Educational Leadership course is part of the Education Leadership Academy which supports inclusive, values-driven leadership in schools across the world.
The School of Education at the University of Birmingham has a long-standing reputation as a centre of excellence for teaching and research in a wide range of areas of educational practice and policy. It is an international leader in education and has a history of top-rated research dating back to its founding in 1896. It is one of the largest research-led schools of education in the UK employing over 100 academic staff and teaching more than 2,500 students.
Career opportunities Our course will equip you for an exciting range of careers in education leadership and institutional management. You will be in an ideal position to transform the future improvement and overall performance of your school, having learnt to use research and evidence to develop new, and in some cases challenge, educational practices. With a strong focus on connecting research to practice, this course also enables ambitious researchers to pursue further study on a PhD programme.
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | This is a ‘fast track’ professional learning programme which requires students to have prior experience and understanding of educational leadership. All applicants are required to: be currently working in a teaching, leadership or school support role; We are accepting the NASENCo award as an NPQ equivalent as standard. Examples of other relevant qualifications and programmes include the leadership pathways and programmes offered by SSAT and by the former National College. You may have completed a series of shorter courses or received ‘in-house’ training. We also are considering experiential learning and any achievements, experiences or duties which demonstrate the applicant has met the NPQ standards and has experience and understanding of senior leadership practice. An NPQ which was achieved more than 5 years ago is typically suitable, especially if you have been working in a senior leadership role following your NPQ award. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | This is a ‘fast track’ professional learning programme which requires students to have prior experience and understanding of educational leadership. All applicants are required to: be currently working in a teaching, leadership or school support role; We are accepting the NASENCo award as an NPQ equivalent as standard. Examples of other relevant qualifications and programmes include the leadership pathways and programmes offered by SSAT and by the former National College. You may have completed a series of shorter courses or received ‘in-house’ training. We also are considering experiential learning and any achievements, experiences or duties which demonstrate the applicant has met the NPQ standards and has experience and understanding of senior leadership practice. An NPQ which was achieved more than 5 years ago is typically suitable, especially if you have been working in a senior leadership role following your NPQ award. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Our high-quality teaching and supervision will help you take your skills and career to the next level.
Here, you’ll feel engaged, motivated and challenged, as part of our inclusive community that has a strong research culture. At Birmingham, we’ll support your health, wellbeing and personal development. While our professional and academic careers services will help you take the next step. This is your time. This is your place.
With more than 600 taught programmes and a range of research opportunities to choose from, Birmingham is one of the most popular UK universities for postgraduate study.
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