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PostgraduateMA

Education (Leadership)

University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England
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1 yearDuration
£9,790Per Year (Home)
£9,790Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the MA Education (Leadership) at University of Birmingham. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. The MA Education (Leadership) is for those who may not have worked in education, but aspire to be education leaders one day. It aims to make a real difference in schools through leadership that is focused on learning and school improvement. We welcome applications from all aspiring or current educational leaders. Educational leadership takes many forms including school leadership and management, curriculum or subject leadership, advisory work, teaching training and educational technology. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Educational Leadership and School Improvement
Research Methods in Education
Evidence-Based Practice in Schools
Organisational Change and Strategic Planning
Curriculum Leadership and Development
Educational Effectiveness and Impact
Leadership Ethics and Values in Education
Dissertation in Educational Leadership
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76666
PTE Academic67

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

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Home Student Fee

£9,790

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Scholarships available for eligible students

Fee shown is for 2026/27 entry. If placement year taken, student pays 15% of tuition fee for that year. International fee not stated on page

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
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About University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham offers Education (Leadership) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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#11UK Ranking
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