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Qualification
MA - Master of Arts
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Location
University of Winchester
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Study mode
Distance / Online
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Start date
23-SEP-24
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
COURSE OVERVIEW
- Explore both historical and contemporary educational issues from a variety of philosophical perspectives
- Develop analytical and research skills in educational philosophy and theory
- Discuss and debate subjects such as inclusivity, the curriculum, pedagogy, technology and the arts
The philosophy of education is about asking the most important questions that inform educational debate today: What is education? What are its aims? What kind of education do we need? For whom? Can education make us into better individuals, or cure societal problems? This course examines the ways in which a variety of philosophical ideas and resources can be drawn upon to evaluate contemporary and historical educational concerns more profoundly. Along with an introduction to the field of contemporary philosophies of education, we consider questions of the social, ethical and aesthetic dimensions of education, drawing on canonical and present-day texts, as well as case studies, film, literature, and personal experience, to enhance our appreciation of policy and practice.
You will learn to demonstrate advanced skills in critically engaging with educational literature and research, and debate a wide range of topics such as inclusivity, ethics, and the arts. You are provided with one-to-one support in the production of a dissertation, which is a substantial piece of independent research of between 12,000-15,000 words. You also develop key transferable skills, including the capacity to manage multifaceted projects, the ability to communicate complex ideas to others with clarity, and proficiency at becoming an effective decision-maker.
The course is excellent preparation for you to pursue or advance a career in teaching and school leadership, or in professions related to care and service. It also provides a firm foundation for undertaking a postgraduate research degree.
Careers
The programme prepares graduates to pursue or advance careers in any profession with an educational component or context. While the most obvious examples include the areas of teaching, educational management and policy, disability and professions that involve care and service, the programme seeks to produce graduates who would be able to apply transfer their knowledge, skills, and understanding to a wide variety of sectors, including business, charity work, and arts & culture. The programme also provides a firm foundation for those interested in undertaking a postgraduate research degree.
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£ 10,725per year
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University information
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University League Table
96th
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Campus address
University of Winchester, Sparkford Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 4NR, England
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
17th out of 89 9
40th out of 47 3
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Entry standards
/ Max 199136 61%38th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10081.0 81%19th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.14 83%12th
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Entry standards
/ Max 212121 58%35th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10056.0 56%33rd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.06 81%15th
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