MA Education and Development

The MA Education and Development course from the University of East Anglia is designed for those seeking to contribute positively to education and development in low and middle-income countries. This course provides a robust understanding of the linkage between education and development and equips students with the ability to engage critically with the most up-to-date research around education and international development and provide insightful analyses towards social justice and sustainability.Course Content: The course explores, in depth, the complex relationships between education and its sociopolitical context. Students will learn how education interfaces with important aspects of development, including health, gender, livelihoods, and conflict. With a focus towards international perspectives, students will acquire the appropriate knowledge and skills to tackle the major global educational challenges of the 21st century.Key Modules: The programme consists of a range of modules, including but not limited to: Education and International Development: Conceptual Frameworks and Global Debates; Research Methods in Education; and Dissertation in Education. Additionally, according to individual interest, students can choose optional modules such as: Education and Development in Asia; Children’s Rights and Education; Education, Conflict and Fragility and Reading Practices.Future Careers: Upon completion, graduates can explore careers in a wide range of fields especially those related to education and development. Their acquired knowledge will be beneficial in various sectors including research institutions, NGOs, or even multi-lateral organisations, such as the UN and the World Bank. Graduates may also consider a career in teaching or policy-making, where they’ll play an important role in shaping the future of education.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.