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Master of Education (Higher Education)

Study for an internationally recognised degree in Higher Education. Learn about teaching, learning, and curriculum design, as well as how to manage complex issues. Graduate prepared to become a leading contemporary teacher.

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Course codeCID1361
Duration24 months
Fee(s)View fees
LocationOn campus

Course summary

The Master of Education (Higher Education) degree is designed for academic staff in Higher Education (HE) who want to enhance their teaching or move into leadership roles.

The course provides initial teacher preparation for those new to education, with early modules covering teaching, learning, assessment, and curriculum design. Later modules focus on course leadership, student success, and managing complex issues in HE.

You’ll explore an area of pedagogical practice in depth through educational research and gain practical experience using our state-of-the-art facilities, which include virtual, augmented, and immersive environments. Guest speakers from diverse academic backgrounds will also share real-world insights to enhance your understanding.

On successful completion of the MEd, you’ll be qualified to teach in HE institutions across a range of year groups and be equipped for a range of academic or management roles.

What you'll study

Year 1 – core modules

Year 2 – core modules

Year 2 – route module

Many of our courses include a range of modules you can choose from. Some of these options may only be available if you’ve already studied specific required modules. If you’re not sure what you need before picking a module, your course leader can help.

Postgraduate module credits should total 180. If optional modules are available alongside core modules on your course, you should choose an amount that totals 180 credits.

How you'll learn

The course uses a mix of lectures, group-based seminars and interactive workshop activities, and action learning sets. Online quizzes and self-directed learning will also support your learning experience.

You'll be assessed using multiple methods reflecting the underpinning principles of universal design for learning, including essays, a spoken individual presentation, written module document and verbal defence, reflective account, presentation, a written research proposal, and an independent project report.

The course is taught on a part-time basis, on a Thursday from 9am-3pm in year 1, and on a Tuesday from 9am-3pm in year 2.

Entry requirements

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UK students

Please note, part-time courses aren't available to international students who require a Student visa to study in the UK.

Disclaimer

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View our programme specifications(opens in new tab) for further information about what the course covers, learning outcomes and the skills you'll gain when you graduate.