Education (Nursery/Early Education) (part-time) MEd

University of Dundee
Postgraduate MEd Distance learning 36 Months Education

About this course

This MEd course is essential for all professionals working in a nursery or early years educational setting, whether working as a teacher or in a similar developmental role. It can help you enhance your professional learning and improve your career progression prospects.

We will give you a framework to help you reflect critically on your professional development and your current practice, and you will be introduced to research methodology. You will also consider social contexts, transition procedures and processes, and the impact they have upon children.

You can tailor the educational experience to suit your own circumstances, working entirely online, at your own pace, and taking a break from studies if needed. You can choose to study for the full Master of Education award, or you can exit early with a PG Certificate or PG Diploma.

Most of the learning will build on your initial training and is based around your work experience. You do not need to be currently employed to study this course, as long as you have the relevant experience.

Our MEd is the first in Scotland to be recognised by the International Baccalaureate Organisation as meeting the professional development requirements of the:

  • Advanced Certificate in Teaching and Learning Research

  • Certificate in Leadership Practice

  • Advanced Certificate in Leadership Research

    These certificates can help you pursue a career in public, private or international schools across the world.

  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language
    2319 Teaching professionals
    3231 Higher level teaching assistants
    2324 Early education and childcare services managers
    2329 Other educational professionals n.e.c
    6113 Educational support assistants

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MEd
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    36 Months
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Dundee
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Education