Program Overview

MA Leadership and Management in Education

The MA Leadership and Management in Education is a postgraduate degree designed for educational leaders or aspiring leaders who want to create a more effective learning environment for their students. This course covers everything from current critical issues across the educational landscape to the principles, values, and ethics for effective leadership and management.

Course Overview

• The course is available for both full-time and part-time study, offering flexibility to suit different needs.
• It is ideal for those actively involved in shaping policies, provision, or practices within educational settings.
• The program focuses on developing key study skills, including critical thinking and analysis, and introduces key theoretical concepts to create a more effective learning environment.

Module Options

• Contemporary and Critical Issues in Education: Theory, Policy and Context: This module supports the development of key skills necessary for study at Level 7, including critical reflection and critical analysis, alongside an introduction to critical theory.
• Approaches to Leadership and Management in Education: Uses a problem-based learning approach to explore how social theories relate to educational leadership, with guest speakers sharing their experiences.
• Research Methodologies (Education): Explores cutting-edge research methodologies used in education, developing critical understanding of how they can be used to address real-world problems.
• Principles, Values and Ethics for Effective Leadership and Management: Engages in problem-based learning activities to explore how social theories relate to leadership and management in education-related settings.
• Extended Research Project (Education): Provides an opportunity to apply knowledge and research skills in the field of education through an independent research project.

Entry Requirements

• A 2:2 from a relevant bachelor's degree.
• The program is designed for graduates who have studied a subject relevant to this course.
• Guaranteed fast-track route for University of Hull undergraduates who meet the entry requirements.

Fees & Funding

• Tuition fees for 2027 entry have not been confirmed; please use previous information as a guide.
• UK students can take out a Masters Loan to help with tuition fees and living costs.
• Scholarships and bursaries are available for eligible students, including the Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship.

Future Prospects

• This course can significantly improve prospects for progressing into middle or senior leadership positions in schools, as well as in not-for-profit and public sectors.
• Enhances practical skills that boost the role within the chosen learning community.

Our Academics

• Experienced education practitioners who believe education can challenge inequalities and injustices in society.
• Notable academics include Dr. Elspeth Nelson and Professor Richard Woolley, who bring a wealth of experience and research expertise to the program.

Facilities

• Education Lecture Room: For studying theory before putting learning into practice in the classroom.
• Brynmor Jones Library: Offers extensive resources for research and study.
• Group Lecture Room and Reading Room: Provide spaces for collaborative work and quiet study.

Additional Information

• The University of Hull offers a range of support services for students, including academic support, career advice, and wellbeing services.
• The program is subject to availability, and the list of modules may change at any time.