Educational Research MSc

Program Overview

The MSc Educational Research program at the University of Exeter equips students with general social science research skills applicable to various contexts and problems, specializing within a particular field of education. Delivered through a blended system of learning, the program provides opportunities for students to conduct independent research, preparing them for doctoral study and research roles within educational and social science fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The MSc Educational Research program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct independent educational research.
It provides a foundation in general social science research methods, allowing students to apply these skills to various contexts and problems. The program also offers opportunities for specialization within a particular field of education.
• Objectives: The program aims to:
• Develop students' understanding of central and current ideas, concepts, debates, theories, philosophies, and approaches employed in educational research.
• Foster a critical understanding of interpretive research.
• Enhance students' competence in planning and executing interpretive research.
• Equip students with the skills to communicate research effectively to an academic audience through various media (oral and written).
• Prepare students for employment, future study, or training for professional practice.
• Description: The program is designed for students interested in pursuing doctoral research or those seeking to enhance their educational research knowledge and skills.
It provides a supportive learning environment with access to leading scholars in their disciplines and senior staff actively engaged in educational research.

Outline:

• Content: The program focuses on developing general social science research skills applicable to various contexts and problems.
Students can specialize in a particular field of education within a research preparation framework.
• Structure: The program is delivered through a blended system of learning, combining online and in-person sessions.
• Full-time on-campus students: Attend two sessions each week during term time.
• Part-time students: Attend one session per week during term time.
• Distance learning students: Follow a set schedule with start and finish dates.
• Course Schedule: Each module consists of ten sessions delivered through a blended system of learning.
• Modules: The specific modules offered may vary depending on staff availability, research interests, new topics of study, timetabling, and student demand.
• Faculty: The program is taught by senior staff who are all engaged in educational research.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: The program prepares students for a variety of research roles within educational and social science fields.
• Opportunities: Graduates can pursue careers in:
• Research roles in educational institutions
• Research roles in social science organizations
• Other research-related positions
• Outcomes: Upon completion, students will be equipped with a range of academic, personal, and professional skills that will prepare them for employment, future study, or training for professional practice.

Other:

• Research Impact: The University of Exeter's Education research has been rated internationally excellent for its impact.
• Rankings: The University of Exeter is ranked among the top 150 universities in the world for Education.
• Library: The University of Exeter houses one of the largest Education libraries in the UK.
• Student Testimonials: The context includes positive testimonials from former students highlighting the program's benefits, including the quality of teaching, the supportive learning environment, and the opportunities for research engagement.