Education (with pathways)

Cardiff Metropolitan University
Postgraduate MA Full-time 1 Year Business and management studies

About this course

The overall aim of this MA Education programme is to produce educators capable of operating at the highest levels within the educational arena, with the ability to integrate theory with practice and apply intellectual and academic rigour, informed by current educational research, to their professional context, or future education roles.

Linked programmes available:

- MA Education - (full-time only) The MA Education is designed as preparation for professional learning in the education profession. You may already be an early career educator or you may be planning a career in educational practice or policy work. This MA Education degree does not require reflection on professional practice.

- MA Education Additional Learning Needs – (part-time or full-time) - MA Education Policy and Practice – (part-time or full-time) - MA Leadership in Education – (part-time or full-time)

These 3 programme awards are designed for those working in teaching and education settings, have professional experience and wish to develop their existing practice in the subjects of Additional Learning Needs, Policy and Practice and Leadership.

The linked programmes have been developed after extensive consultation with employers, teachers, education professionals and students.

Flexible study options are available, including online, on-campus and blended learning, across day, twilight and evening sessions, so you can consider the mode and time of delivery. All linked programmes offer a range of core and optional modules, so you can tailor the content, when making your curriculum choices.

Our teaching and support team consists of experienced education professionals and researchers who can guide you through your learning whilst also making you aware of career avenues, developing networks and opportunities for further study and research.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MA

Location: Cardiff

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MA

Location: Cardiff

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2316 Special and additional needs education teaching professionals
2323 Education advisers and school inspectors
2322 Education managers
6134 Houseparents and residential wardens
2321 Head teachers and principals

Course Details

Qualification
MA
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Cardiff
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Business and management studies