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Master of Education

Northumbria University

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A structured research doctorate in education leading to a PhD thesis.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (5 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Education can develop the ability to examine learning and communication needs
Design context-appropriate educational or language activities and evaluate their effectiveness
And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Education Support Coordinator
Curriculum Assistant
Teaching Roles Subject to Certification

Curriculum

Structured PhD in Education (four years full-time
Six part-time unless stated): an original research thesis written under a supervisor
Supported by taught graduate-education modules
Discipline-specific modules and progress milestones. Applications are accepted at any time.

Entry requirements

Academic

A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or an equivalent qualification such as a Certificate in Education (Cert Ed). Other professional qualifications and relevant professional experience will also be considered
Typically a 2:2 UK honours degree or equivalent (some courses 2:1 or a subject-specific degree)
Country equivalents at northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (UK 2:2 honours or international equivalent), Usually in a related discipline for specialist MSc/MA courses, MBA and Business and Management accept any subject or substantial business experience, Relevant work experience considered on some courses, Some courses need a research proposal (MRes), Interview, Portfolio or professional registration.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT Not published
PTE Academic Not published
Cambridge Not published
Duolingo Not published

Work experience details

Other professional qualifications and relevant professional experience will also be considered.

Documents you’ll need

University Transcripts
Bachelor's Degree Certificate
Passport Copy
Language Proficiency Test Results (if required)
Personal Statement (if required).

How to apply

Check Entry Requirements on the course page (usually a 2:2 degree
IELTS) and the application deadlines. Click Apply Now on the course page and create an account in the applicant portal. There is no application fee. Provide qualifications
Personal statement
References and passport/visa documents. Some courses add a portfolio
ATAS or DBS evidence. Accept the offer and pay the 5
500 GBP minimum tuition deposit. Receive the CAS and apply for the UK Student visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£19,850 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£30,389 GBP

Program details

Campus	Coach Lane Campus
Faculty or school	School of Communities and Education
Department	Education
Teaching language	English
Credit value	180,60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	5 years
Scholarship note	Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.