MA Policy Studies in Education

The Policy Studies in Education MA offered by UCL (University College London) is a programme designed for professionals or graduates interested in developing an understanding of policy making in education. The course encourages learners to engage with foundational and contemporary theories, and demands a critical analysis of policy within the context of political, social and economic transformation.Course Content: This course is divided into two main components: four core modules and a research report. The content is therefore centered around compulsory teachings that involve understanding educational policy, politics and education, research methods, and issues in policy-making education. This is then culminated with a personal research report that allows students to explore in depth an area of policy that interests them.Key Modules: The major modules taught in the course include: Politics and Education, Understanding Education Policy, Issues in Education Policy, Methodologies for Educational Research, and an independent Research Report. Optional modules are included, allowing students further specialisation.Accreditations: Upon completion of the course, students are granted a Master of Arts in Policy Studies in Education from UCL, a world-leading institution.Future Careers: This course is designed primarily for existing educators, leaders, and administrators who aim to increase their understanding of education from a policy perspective, and to enhance their skills for roles centered around policy-making in education; from local initiatives up to government level. It can also provide a solid foundation for further PhD level study.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.