Masters in Educational Research Methods

1 year full-time, 2-4 years part-time

 

The course is more than methods training – it offers you a broader appreciation of the nature, design, location, contexts and dissemination of educational research.  

Key Facts

It provides a focused and comprehensive programme of research training for those wanting to explore research in educational contexts.

• It offers broadly-based training in research methods, methodologies and transferable personal and career-related skills, equipping you for doctoral work and preparing you for a professional future within and beyond academia.
• With an international reputation for quality and excellence, the School of Education offers first-class supervision and research training within a comprehensive range of research degrees.
• Research conducted within the School of Education Research Centres  has a direct impact on educational policy. All students are linked to an appropriate research centre, giving them an opportunity to benefit from working with specialists in their field of research. 
• The School of Education aims to create the ideal environment for research for UK-based and international students and looks forward to embracing your ideas, commitment and originality of thought.

 

Entry Requirements

To register for the integrated modular Masters/Diploma scheme, you normally need to be: 

• A graduate of this or an approved university holding a Bachelor’s degree (normally first or second class Honours or equivalent) or institute of higher education.
  OR 
• A holder of an approved professional qualification equivalent to a first degree.

International students whose first language is not English are required to provide evidence of competence in English i.e. a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 (with 6.0 on the written test), or equivalent.

 

Applicants whose first language is not English must, as a minimum, fulfill one of the following conditions:

• IELTS 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element)
• TOEFL 87 (no less than 21 in listening and writing, 22 in reading and 23 in speaking)

If you are interested in our courses but do not meet these requirements, please enquire about the relevance of your professional and educational experience, as exceptions can be made.

 

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