Program Overview

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MA Education (Learning and Teaching)

The MA Education (Learning and Teaching) programme investigates the structure of learning within our education systems and challenges thinking about how learning takes place in schools and colleges. This programme is designed for those who are interested in exploring ways of developing high-quality learning and teaching where students are empowered to take responsibility for their learning.

Programme Overview

The programme addresses the connection between learning and teaching and investigates various evidence-based pedagogical approaches to connect the two. Students will critically examine selected theory and practice of aspects of learning and teaching which meet the professional needs of their contexts.

Benefits

The advantages of studying MA Education (Learning and Teaching) include:

• Completing innovative school-based pedagogical research
• Introducing and building a culture of meaningful learning within your school
• Studying with academic staff who are actively engaged in research and current debates about educational technology integration
• Educational expertise brought into the classroom by the inclusion of eminent guest speakers
• Opportunity to study in a rich, diverse, and culturally stimulating setting

Programme Modules

The programme includes modules such as:

• Social Pedagogy (30 Credits) - Compulsory
• Learning and Teaching for Engagement and Success (30 Credits) - Compulsory

Social Pedagogy

This module considers education as something which individuals, groups, and societies can experience throughout their life. It invites students to consider education as something that happens both beyond and within institutions.

Learning and Teaching for Engagement and Success

This module aims to introduce theories and techniques to facilitate high-quality education for a diverse range of students. It will engage with ideas around both successful teaching and what develops engaged, motivated, and happy learners.

Programme Content

The programme content includes:

• Addressing the connection between learning and teaching
• Tailoring your learning by choosing from a range of specialist modules

Course Overview

• Intake: January, September
• Duration: 2 years part-time
• Attendance: Part-time
• Course Leader: Dr Yousra Osman FHEA

Entry Requirements

• Academic Requirements: Minimum second-class honours degree (UK) or above, or overseas equivalent qualification
• English Language Requirements: IELTS Academic 6.5 (with 6.0 in each component), TOEFL Internet-based 79, Pearson PTE Academic 59, or Dubai Campus MDX Internal English Test 6.5 (with 6.0 in each component)

Teaching

Classes are held at the Dubai Knowledge Park campus on weekdays from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Occasional weekend or holiday sessions may also be scheduled with prior notice.

Work While You Study

Evening classes are designed to fit around a busy lifestyle, making it possible to work during the day while pursuing your studies.

Future Career and Employment

The knowledge and skill set acquired with a Masters in Education make you marketable to other job markets, including non-profit organisations, social work, educational specialists, education policy development, private school consultation, corporate training, and writing SEO content for business websites.

Tuition Fees

• Yearly Fees - January 26: 74,263 (all tuition fees inclusive of VAT)
• Yearly Fees - September 26: 76,490 (all tuition fees inclusive of VAT)

Postgraduate Study Grant

All postgraduate students are eligible for a minimum 10% Postgraduate Study Grant.