Master of Education (Higher Education) Part-time

In this module, you’ll explore academic practice and gain an overview of learning theories, classroom teaching methods, and different pedagogical approaches. You’ll examine how and why different teaching approaches are used in health professions education. How can we adapt teaching methods to support different learners and learning environments? You’ll also develop the skills to implement, adapt, and evaluate current approaches to teaching and learning in professional practice. By the end, you’ll have a stronger understanding of effective educational practice. You'll also know how to apply it in health professions education.

In this module, you’ll explore the theory behind different approaches to teaching and learning in higher education. You’ll study methods such as gamification, object-based learning, and more traditional teaching approaches. You'll examine how they support different types of learning. How can we adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of a diverse range of learners? You’ll also develop the skills and confidence to plan and deliver learning activities. You'll do this using a variety of teaching approaches and techniques.

In this module, you’ll explore the principles and practice of educational research. You’ll learn about research design, approaches, data collection and analysis, and using digital tools and resources. You’ll also examine literature reviews, academic writing, and the ethical and political issues linked to educational research. How do researchers design studies that are reliable, ethical, and meaningful? The module also explores different theories and viewpoints, alongside current debates in research. Throughout the module, you’ll create and evaluate your own research tools. You'll also engage in depth with relevant critical literature linked to your area of study.

In this module, you’ll develop your applied research skills. You'll do this through a dissertation or a systematic review of the literature on a chosen topic. You’ll work with an allocated supervisor to agree a suitable topic linked to your academic practice. How can research help you build deeper knowledge in your chosen area? By the end, you’ll have an independent research project that shows your ability to plan, manage, and evaluate academic work.

In this module, you’ll focus on your leadership and management skills. You'll explore ways to support student retention, achievement, and progression. You’ll also learn how to manage the day-to-day challenges of delivering a module or course within higher education. How can effective leadership support students in a changing education system? You’ll study change management theory and develop your academic practice. This will help you respond effectively to policy changes and other external pressures.