Program Overview

Introduction to the MA Coaching and Mentoring in Education Program

The MA Coaching and Mentoring in Education program is designed for individuals working in education-related settings who want to develop their coaching and mentoring skills. This program is ideal for those involved in helping colleagues or students hone their skills, have a management or leadership role, or are seeking to enhance their skills to support career development.

Program Overview

This flexible course can be studied full-time or part-time to fit around other commitments, and the modular structure means that students can study to PG Cert, PG Dip, or MA level. The program combines theory and practice, ensuring that learning is based on real-life contexts. Students will work with experts in the field and explore models and approaches to coaching and mentoring, including historical perspectives from diverse contexts.

Module Options

For a full Masters degree, students will study 180 credits over the duration of their course. Some programs offer a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) qualification or a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) qualification. The module options include:

• Effective Approaches to Coaching and Mentoring
• Critical Perspectives on Coaching and Mentoring
• Contemporary and Critical Issues in Education: Theory, Policy and Context
• Research Methodologies (Education)
• Extended Research Project (Education)

Entry Requirements

To apply for this program, students need an Undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with a 2:2 from a relevant bachelor's degree. The program is designed for graduates who have studied a subject relevant to this course.

Fees and Funding

The tuition fees for this program are È11,150 per year for UK students, and international students' fees are not specified. UK students can take out a Masters Loan to help with tuition fees and living costs.

Scholarships

The University of Hull offers a range of scholarships and awards to students, including the Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship, which provides a 20% discount on the cost of tuition fees for University of Hull undergraduates progressing to a taught Masters course.

Career Progression

On earning the MA Coaching and Mentoring in Education degree, graduates could train to become teachers, get into educational administration, or dive into research. They might also find careers working in education services in museums or arts organizations, educational publishing, or policy development.

Facilities

The University of Hull provides excellent facilities for students, including lecture rooms, libraries, and group study rooms. Students can also take a virtual tour of the campus to explore the facilities.

Our Academics

The program is taught by experienced academic staff who are both researchers and practitioners in education. The School of Education has a strong track record of working across an extensive partnership of schools, charities, not-for-profit organizations, and governmental and non-governmental organizations.

Research Areas

The University of Hull is committed to combating societal inequalities, driving social and educational change to promote fairness, equity, and social justice. The research areas include education, health studies, social work, and social policy, psychology, and sociology.