MA Higher Education Studies

The Higher Education Studies MA at UCL Institute of Education is a comprehensive course designed for those who wish to learn about critical ways to understand higher education as a social, economic and cultural phenomenon. It is ideal for professionals working in higher education who want to reflect upon their practice, or for those who aspire to work in higher education.Course Content: The course offers a broad curriculum that includes a critical analysis of contemporary higher education issues, theories and policies. It also focuses on research methods for studying higher education. Students will have the opportunity to undertake an individual research project under the guidance of a supportive academic tutor, which may involve original empirical research, a literature review or a policy analysis.Key Modules: The program includes the modules such as Higher Education: International Contexts and Institutions, Researching Higher Education and Higher Education: Theoretical Perspectives. Other optional modules can offer specialist knowledge in areas such as Globalisation and Education Policy, and Higher Education and Economic Development.Accreditations: Successful completion of the degree leads to the MA award from UCL (University College London). UCL is one of the world’s top universities, rated fifth in the QS World University Rankings 2023. Future Careers: Graduates of this course have career possibilities in various sectors including academic careers in higher education, non-academic roles within universities, policy-related careers in governmental departments and international organisations, and careers in other educational institutions. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.