Program Overview

MPhil in Education (Psychology and Education) Full-Time

The MPhil in Education (Psychology and Education) is a full-time program offered by the Faculty of Education at the University of Cambridge.

Primary Objectives

The main educational aims of the program are:

• to examine the theoretical frameworks used in the study of education and its constituent disciplines
• to provide training in research methods appropriate to education
• to advance students capacity for professional reflection and judgement
• to cater to a range of specialists interested within the field of education or one of its constituent disciplines

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the program, students will have:

• an understanding of research techniques, and a thorough knowledge of the literature applicable to their specific educational domain
• demonstrated originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their field
• shown abilities in the critical evaluation of current research and research techniques and methodologies
• demonstrated self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and acted autonomously in the planning and implementation of research

Program Details

• Duration: 9 months full-time
• Study Mode: Taught
• Degree: Master of Philosophy
• Faculty: Faculty of Education

Key Dates

• Applications Open: September 3, 2025
• Application Deadline: December 19, 2025
• Course Starts: October 1, 2026
• Funding Deadlines:
  • Course Funding Deadline: December 3, 2025
  • Gates Cambridge US round only: October 15, 2025

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Continuation to PhD

Continuation to the PhD from Masters programmes within the Faculty of Education is not automatic, and students wishing to do so must submit a PhD application by the usual deadline.