Education (Educational Leadership)

This MEd course is essential for all professionals working in an educational setting who want to move into a senior leadership post, whether working as a teacher or in a similar developmental role.

We will help you reflect critically on your professional development and your current practice, and you will be introduced to research methodology. You will also study the concept of leadership and its role within strategic development, organisational learning and communities of practice.

You can tailor the educational experience to suit your own circumstances, working entirely online, at your own pace, and taking a break from studies if needed. You can choose to study for the full Master of Education award, or you can exit early with a PG Certificate or PG Diploma.

Most of the learning will build on your previous training and is based around your work experience. You do not need to be currently employed to study this course, as long as you have the relevant experience.

Our MEd course is recognised by the International Baccalaureate Organisation as meeting the professional development requirements of the:

• Advanced Certificate in Teaching and Learning Research
• Certificate in Leadership Practice
• Advanced Certificate in Leadership Research

These certificates can help you pursue a career in public, private or international schools across the world.

Typically we can consider a Bachelor's degree from a well-ranked institution.

A score of

• 75-91% (GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/5.0) is considered comparable to a UK 2:1 (Upper Second-Class Honours)
• 63-74% is considered comparable to a UK 2:2 (Lower Second-Class Honours)

By taking this course you are able to influence your own professional learning journey and take control of your own career development. The principal reason for completing a MEd study is that it enhances your professional knowledge, skills and experience making you a better educator and enhancing your employability.

This course will enhance your career and educational prospects across a variety of professions including:

• Research career including continuation to a PhD or Professional Doctorate in Education
• Lecturer or tutor in Higher Education, such as in teacher education
• Government policy administration or leadership
• Leadership roles in Education such as departmental or school head or principal

This course has given many graduates the opportunity to move into senior management positions within educational settings, as well as being able to share their expertise to enhance education provision locally, nationally and globally.