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M.A. Education
Institute of Education, University of London
| Application deadline: | Sep 1 |
| Start date: | October 2013 |
| Credits: | 90 ECTS |
| Duration full-time: | 12 months |
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| Delivery mode: | Blended |
| Educational variant: | Part-time, Full-time |
Description
This masters degree will:
* identify and reflect upon key concepts in education
* develop academic arguments and literacy
* enable you to interrogate and question educational theory
* allow you to create a bespoke and flexible MA that reflects your interests, needs and lifestyle.
Features
This masters degree provides the opportunity to:
* engage with a flexible programme design that features a range of modules from across the IOE
* study from wherever you are, with many modules taught via distance learning, mixed mode or face-to-face
* benefit from teaching delivered by top academics in the field of education
* access personal tutor support throughout the programme.
How are you assessed?
Two modules ("What is Education?" and "Introduction to Research Methods") are assessed by written examination. The two optional modules are assessed by coursework. The dissertation is assessed by a combination of written examination (50%) and a 12,000 word dissertation report (50%).
Attendance
The core module "What is Education?" is taught face-to-face as a two-week intensive programme in Central London in December 2012. "Introduction to Research Methods" is taught via distance learning.
The optional modules are taught in a variety of modes including mixed mode, intensive short-courses, face-to-face and distance learning. Students may select modules that suit their preferred mode of study and circumstances.
Interested in finding out more? Why not come along to our open evening, Tuesday 11 September, 5pm-7pm in central London? For further information and to book your place, please visit ioe.ac.uk/open
Contents
How are you assessed?
Two modules ("What is Education?" and "Introduction to Research Methods") are assessed by written examination. The two optional modules are assessed by coursework. The dissertation is assessed by a combination of written examination (50%) and a 12,000 word dissertation report (50%).
Attendance
The core module "What is Education?" is taught face-to-face as a two-week intensive programme in Central London in December 2012. "Introduction to Research Methods" is taught via distance learning.
The optional modules are taught in a variety of modes including mixed mode, intensive short-courses, face-to-face and distance learning. Students may select modules that suit their preferred mode of study and circumstances.
Requirements
Entry requirements
A good first degree, 2:2 minimum, or the equivalent. (Note: some optional modules have additional entry requirements).
English language proficiency
If your first language is not English, the Institute will need proof of your proficiency in English. We will accept the following evidence:
* IELTS - minimum overall score 7.0 (with score of no lower than 6.0 for writing and 6.5 for reading)
* TOEFL - 650 in paper based test; 280 in computerised test; 114 in internet based test
* Cambridge Certificate in the Proficiency of English - Grade A or B
If you have achieved a score of at least 5.5 in reading and writing modules of IELTS or 500 in TOEFL but are unable or do not wish to resit an English language test, you may enrol for our presessional course in English for Academic Purposes. Please see for more information.
English Language Requirements
| IELTS band: | 7 |
| TOEFL paper-based test score: | 650 |
| TOEFL computer-based test score: | 280 |
| TOEFL internet-based test score: | 114 |
Accreditation
University of London International Academy and the Institute of Education, University of London
IELTS
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