Education (International Education)
MA (PGCert PGDip)
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Course summary and entry requirements
Course duration
Full-time: 1 year
Part-time: 2-3 years
About the course
Education (International Education) MA will allow you to gain a depth of specialist knowledge in the field of international education.
Typical entry requirements
The entry requirements listed here are for students starting their course in 2013. Individual offers may vary
For non-native speakers of English:
IELTS 6.5 overall and 6.0 in writing.Degree and/or experience:
a good honours degree or equivalent and you must be working in a relevant professional role. Evidence of an employment-based research project may be acceptable in place of an honours degree - each case will be considered on its merit. Applicants for the Education MA route will usually be required to have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.For equivalent international qualifications
We can help you meet our English language entry requirements
For help meeting English language requirements contact our
Language Institute.We can help you meet our academic entry requirements
For help meeting academic entry requirements contact our
International College.If you cannot find your country listed, please email admissions@brighton.ac.uk
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Course content
Course structure
A flexible framework combines academic study with opportunities for work-based learning and individual research, a process whereby your day-to-day professional development is informed through reflection and peer discussion.
The course typically takes one year of full-time study to complete but is also available as a part time two-three year route. A Postgraduate Certificate is awarded to anyone who completes only the first 60 credits and if you complete only the first 120 credits you can be awarded a Postgraduate diploma. The full masters is awarded on completion of 180 credits.
Each 20 credit module requires 6-10 hours per week of study which is made up of reading, work based or individual learning, reflective practice, maintaining contact online in addition to attendance at tutor-led sessions,. The programmes are likely to include twilight and Saturday sessions as well as weekdays.
Every June we host an education research conference as part of our postgraduate professional development programmes. The conference is designed to be of interest to current and recent graduates, teaching colleagues, EdD, PhD and MA students, and local professional practitioners and partners. It provides an opportunity to learn about local practitioner research findings and to network with colleagues.
Areas of study
Our flexible structure allows you to study first for the postgraduate certificate (PGCert) and then to choose whether to continue with the postgraduate diploma (PGDip) or the full masters. If you earned masters credits as part of your initial teacher education or through another route you may be able to join the course at the end of year 1.
Syllabus
Syllabus
Stage 1 - PGCert (60 credits)
Core
Engaging with Professional Development (taught, 20 credits)
A Comparative and Cultural approach to International Education (taught, 20 credits)
International Policy in Education and Development (taught, 20 credits)
Literature and Research in Education (taught, 20 credits)Stage 2 (120 credits)
Core
Research Contexts - Introduction to Research Methodology (taught, 20 credits)
Literature and Research in Education (taught, 20 credits)
Choice of Specialist Module, examples include:
Reflective Journal (taught, 20 credits)
Practice-Based Professional Enhancement (action learning, 20 credits)
Professionalism and Interdisciplinary Discourses (taught, 20 credits)
Research project (60 credits)
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Fees and costs
You should not apply unless you can meet all the entry requirements for this course. Please contact the course team before applying if you are unsure about any of the specific entry requirements.
Entry requirements
For non-native speakers of English:
IELTS 6.5 overall and 6.0 in writing.Degree and/or experience:
a good honours degree or equivalent and you must be working in a relevant professional role. Evidence of an employment-based research project may be acceptable in place of an honours degree - each case will be considered on its merit. Applicants for the Education MA route will usually be required to have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. -
Location
Location
Falmer Our Falmer campus is located on the edge of the South Downs National Park on the outskirts of Brighton. Approximately 7,000 students are based here.
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Living in Brighton
Brighton’s rich mix of historic architecture, lively arts scene, varied shopping and cosmopolitan community make it a vibrant, enjoyable place to live. It is no wonder that many Brighton graduates choose to stay here.
Social scene
Alongside the traditional seaside attractions, Brighton is famed for its exciting social scene with a wide choice of pubs, clubs and restaurants.
Arts
The highlight of the city’s cultural year is the Brighton Festival. The event is held each May and is England’s biggest arts festival, which showcases arts and performance from around the world. Brighton is also home to the UK’s oldest working cinema, the Duke of York’s, which shows alternative and mainstream films. The city is also well known for its exciting music scene and hosts The Great Escape music festival.
Sports
Whether you take your sport seriously or just want to keep fit, Brighton offers all kinds of sports opportunities and facilities, on and off campus. You can also make the most of the location, and play volleyball, basketball and windsurfing down by the beach. The seafront is also the finishing point for the famous London – Brighton bicycle ride and the quirky veteran car run.
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Career opportunities
This programme ensures that graduates leave the university with advanced professional knowledge, skills and understanding, and are well prepared for leadership and senior posts in emerging professional contexts. It also provides a springboard for further doctoral study either through PhD or EdD routes.
