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PostgraduateMA

Comparative Education

UCL (University College London)
Camden, England
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1 yearDuration
£14,200Per Year (Intl)
£36,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MA Comparative Education at UCL (University College London) is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Camden, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Are you passionate about shaping the future of education? Do you want to delve into the intricate world of policy and politics that drive change? Our cutting-edge Master's Programme in Comparative Education is designed to provide you with profound insights into the dynamics of education policy and politics across OECD (the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) countries (and beyond). International tuition fees are £14,200 per year, home/UK fees are £7,100 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 82% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £41,500 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 73% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Comparative Education Systems and Policy
Education Policy Analysis Across OECD Countries
Globalisation and Educational Change
Stakeholder Engagement in Education Reform
Evidence-Based Educational Innovation
Educational Leadership and Change Management
Research Methods in Comparative Education
Dissertation in Comparative Education
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5
PTE Academic76————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£14,200

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£14,200

Home Student Fee

£7,100

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — UCL (University College London)

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£30,000£36,000£52,000
3 years£30,500£41,500£60,500
5 years£39,500£57,500£81,000
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

60%Working
13%Studying
14%Work & Study
7%Seeking Work
70%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About UCL (University College London)

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