MA Education
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Location: High Wycombe
- Duration: One Year
- Start Date: September 2025 and January 2026
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Gain advanced understanding of contemporary education and learn new skills. Our full time MA Education degree will give you a solid grounding in learning and teaching practice, and the opportunity to explore education in all its forms, from formal and professional learning to compulsory education.
This comprehensive programme will engage you with emerging challenges and opportunities in the education landscape. In-class activities will see you apply your skills, and develop your competencies as a communicator and leader. You’ll leave BNU as a with a sound understanding of how to succeed in a variety of education roles.
We have created a place for people from across the world to engage with new skills and knowledge, informed by diverse perspectives and insights. Our one-year full-time course, structured to work alongside obligations for those wishing to come and study in the UK. We will encourage you to contribute your unique perspective to the programme as part of a programme committed to inclusivity, diversity and equity.
Every aspect of our course is designed to support your practice and improve your skills as a professional, with insights driven by experience working in the education sector, cutting edge research and tips tailored to your interests. By the end of the course, you will have mastered the concepts required to become a confident leader in education, with a degree to show it.
We will focus on leadership, key educational frameworks and recognise your ability as a professional to make positive contributions to education. Become a champion for good practice and change the landscape of education through your new found abilities, passion and understanding.
The course is really well linked to my professional goals and what I want to learn. There is plenty of opportunity to direct my knowledge and qualification, and I love the facilities and academic staff.Achala Bogahawatta
What facilities can I use?
You will have access to the university facilities as a student of BNU, which entitles you to great benefits, such as access to our 24/7 library with free study space and free laptop loans. Our AppsAnywhere service provides you with online access to the software you need to complete the course.
As a student of BNU you will have access to our student union, with free trips, societies and events for you to get involved in. We also have support services such as counselling, cost of living support, free laptop loans and CV writing. Our new restaurant serves food with a discounted rate and is only open to students and staff. In addition, we have a discounted gym facility for you to use.
I chose this course because several staff had done it before and provided positive feedback. The course has a great support network, the module content is relevant, comprehensive, engaging and energising. The lecturers are responsive and authentic.Angeli Porceillano
What will I study?
Our course provides an in-depth understanding of global educational concepts, theories, and frameworks, with a strong emphasis on educational practice. Our course encourages you to adopt an international perspective and critically examine potential issues in education around the globe as well as nationally.
Some of the topics you will study include:
- learning, teaching and assessment across different educational frameworks.
- key educational issues across different cultures, ages and settings.
- undertaking research, honing skills in research methodology.
- designing, implementing, and presenting research findings.
- conceptual and theoretical educational concepts and their applications.
- applying project frameworks and methodology within education.
- affecting positive societal change and influencing global practice.
This is a full-time qualification. We cannot accept applications from those in full time employment due to the intensive nature of the course. If you have questions about part time employment and you are entitled to work in the UK please let us know on application.
How will I be taught and assessed?
We cannot accept applications from those in full time employment due to the intensive nature of the course. As both an academic qualification and a programme to support professional development, teaching approaches adopted throughout the course will be varied to model strategies that you can apply in your own practice.
In all cases, the use of a virtual learning environment will offer asynchronous online activities as part of your guided independent study.
Please note that as well as meeting University expectations in English competency, the discussion-based nature of workshops and oral assessments require students to have confidence in their spoken ability to participate fully in the programme.
Some of the assessment techniques used on this programme include:
- reflective reports
- presentations
- observed teaching sessions
What are the course entry requirements?
Individuals with an undergraduate degree, typically 2.1 or higher, with an interest in pursuing a career in education.
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) to the value of 30 credits is available within the master's framework. It is possible to APL against either Capturing Professional Education or Mentoring in the Practice Setting/ Principles of Practice Education. It is not possible to APL against the research modules. Where APL is sought, there is a requirement that it must have been conferred within the last 5 years.
Modules
This provides a guide of the modules that make up your course. You can find more information about how your course is structured on our Academic Advice section.
What are the tuition fees
Home
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Home, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £10,990 per year *
International
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Overseas/International, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £15,550 per year *
Following the Government’s announcement of 4 November 2024, we will be increasing our full-time undergraduate tuition fees for UK students to £9,535 per year from the start of the 2025/26 academic year. Our part-time fees for UK undergraduate students will increase to £7,145 per annum. Please visit , on the Government’s website, for more information about the changes.
Tuition fees for Home undergraduate students (including with foundation year) may increase in subsequent years for both new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by the Government.  
Tuition fees for both new and continuing international students may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year.  
Tuition fees for postgraduate courses and CPD may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year. This increase will apply to both new and continuing students.  
We understand, and really appreciate, the significant financial commitment our students make when they choose to study at BNU. We take our responsibilities to our students very seriously, and are ambitious for each to reach their full potential and succeed in their chosen career. Our fees help us to continue providing our students with a high-quality education, and to invest in the services and facilities which create an excellent student experience at BNU.
The following factors will be considered by the University when we set the annual fees: measures of inflation such as the retail price indices; projected increases in University costs; and any changes in the level of funding for teaching received from the Government.
What are my career prospects?
Graduates can pursue careers as teachers, educational professionals, researchers, and careers within academia.
Course leader
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- Course Leader for MSc Mental Health and Wellbeing in Education
