University of Glasgow: Educational Studies
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Education View department profile |
| Web | www.gla.ac.uk/schools/education |
| robert.doherty@glasgow.ac.uk | |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
The Masters in Educational Studies is designed to deepen your understanding of education so that you can critically analyse education practice, provisions and policy in your own current or future professional context. It supports you in interrogating research literature and in undertaking educational research in your own areas of study.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME - You will explore different perspectives and aspects of education through a variety of optional courses.
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The Educational Studies MSc is for people who are interested in entering the academic field of education. You will study alongside people from a range of backgrounds and stages of educationally focused careers.
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The programme offers an opportunity for the advanced study of education within a broad framework of courses. The scope is broad, representing important and influential educational ideas from a range of disciplines.
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Education at Glasgow is ranked 3rd in the UK by the Good University Guide 2026, and 7th in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2026.
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If you are a qualified teacher looking to expand or extend your professional career, you should apply for the Educational Studies MEd programme.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE You will take five core and one optional course. Courses contribute to your development of research understanding and skills that then support you in conducting your own research based dissertation. You can select areas for professional development from optional courses.
Core courses Contemporary Themes in Education Policy Fundamentals of Formal Education Introduction To Educational And Social Research Modern Educational Thought Seminars In Contemporary Issues
Optional courses may include Advanced Educational Research Comparative Education Education, Race, Racism and Social Justice in a Global Society Educational Leadership and Management at System Level Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Great Thinkers on Education International Issues In Adult And Continuing Education Key Themes in Early Childhood Education and Care Language and Intercultural Education for a Globalised World Perspectives On Youth And Young Adulthood (ES) Sustainable Development and Education The Impact of Drug and Alcohol Misuse on Children and Families Vocational Education and Training for Development Working with Young People: Education and Learning for Change (ES)
Dissertation Major Dissertation (Education)
CAREER PROSPECTS The programme will support your career development as a class teacher, lecturer, policy developer, special education professional, head teacher, education administrator or researcher.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject. If you hold a degree or equivalent qualification and are a qualified teacher with two years post graduate professional teaching experience in education or a related profession, you should apply for the Educational Studies MEd programme International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
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.
