MSc
Education
The MSc Education provides opportunities
for those students who wish to undertake, at postgraduate level, the study
of education as an ethical, intellectual and cultural process as well as
those who may be concerned to reflect in a critical and contextualised
(but not necessarily applied) way on their own professional development.
This degree can be taken full time over 12 months
or part time over 24 to 36 months.
The programme examines education through
- social and philosophical reflection and debate
- in-depth policy analysis
- systematic application of research evidence to the process of learning
and teaching
- the development of international and comparative perspectives on
education and training
- a critical analysis of dominant discourses within the academic and
policy communities
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Programme
mode / Structure |
Programme Mode:
The degree can be taken full-time over 12 months or part-time
over 24 to 36 months. Part-time students should enquire about programme
structure separately as most courses are offered during normal working
hours.
Programme Structure:
The programme comprises of
- Taught Component (6 courses: 3 compulsory, 3 optional)
- Dissertation Component (15,000 words)
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Students comments
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Meilan Nan
Lu Bain
Chun M Tai
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"The University of Edinburgh has a really international feel, with a truly
diverse student body. I found the MSc programme stimulating, engaging and challenging.
I found the lecturers and administrative staff incredibly helpful and encouraging
and they managed to achieve a delicate balance between pushing me to achieve
my potential without driving me over the edge! I would love to do it all over
again!" Sarah Grimson (MSc Education)
"Living in Edinburgh and studying at Edinburgh University has been great
and the most valuable experience of my life. The MSc Education courses available
were incredibly varied and appealing. I hope that I will be able to introduce
some of the ideas I have learnt in Scotland when I return home to teach in China." Meilan
Nan (MSc Education)
"Edinburgh is a great city in which to live and study catering to the student
lifestyle. The Staff at Moray House are extremely welcoming and approachable
and are always there to help when you need it. The MSc course is hard work, but
as long as you are prepared to put in the work it can be a very rewarding experience." Richard
Purves (MSc Education)
"The MSc programme has certainly offered what I was looking
for. I could never forget Moray House, which is a study paradise.
As a person who has benefited a lot form the MSc Education, I feel
proud that I can use the knowledge to service more people."
Lu Bai (MSc Education)
"The Moray House School of Education gave me
a fruitful year in preparation for later study. I gained
effective research skills essential for my current research
pursuing a PhD within The Moray House School of Education."
Chun M. Tai (MSc Educational Research)
"During my year in Edinburgh I made several
friendships which will last a lifetime. I keep returning
to Edinburgh whenever I can." Natasha
Pantic (MSc Education) |
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Entry
requirements |
Applicants should normally have at least an upper second class honours degree,
or its equivalent, in a relevant discipline. Those whose employment or other
educational experience provides evidence of intellectual ability of an equivalent
standard are also encouraged to apply.
English Language Requirement: Moray House School of Education require
the following:
- IELTS Overall 6.5 at least 6 in all sections
- TOEFL Overall 580 at least
4.0 in the Test of Written English
The College of Humanities and Social Sciences will also accept:
- University
of Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English - Grade B
or above
- University of Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English - Grade
A
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How to apply |
 Apply
Online
For details on how to apply and completing your application form, please
follow the link below:
Details
of How to Apply and Application Form
Applications should be made by 30th June in the year of entry, although
applications received after this date will be considered.
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Further information |
Further information about the MSc Education can be obtained from:
Alan Ducklin, Programme Director
The Moray House School of Education
St John's Land
Holyrood Road
Edinburgh EH8 8AQ
Telephone 0131 651 6121
Email Alan.Ducklin@ed.ac.uk
or
Diane Prayle, Programme Secretary
Education and Society
The Moray House School of Education
The University of Edinburgh
Holyrood Road, Edinburgh EH8 8AQ
Tel 0131 651 6305
Email Diane.Prayle@ed.ac.uk
or
The Postgraduate Office
College of Humanities and Social Science
The University of Edinburgh
David Hume Tower (First Floor)
George Square
Edinburgh EH8 9JX
Telephone 0131 651 3122
Email educationpg@ed.ac.uk
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