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Comparative Education MA

UCL (University College London)

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Our cutting-edge Master's course 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. Uncover the factors driving change, the forces shaping education systems, and the dynamics of stakeholders. With our course, you will grasp the nuances of evidence-based strategies, change management, innovation, and sustainable progress in education. Our rigorous MA course offers a comprehensive multidisciplinary foundation in the comparative analysis of the intricate relationship between education, society, and communities. Through this course, you will gain a profound understanding of education policy and the political dynamics that shape it on an international level, including influential organisations like the OECD and the EU, as well as national governments across the UK, Europe, and southeast Asia. Focussing primarily on the developed world, you will delve into the politics driving educational reforms, assess their effects, and analyse their impact on economic growth, skill formation, and social inclusion. With a comparative focus, our course transcends borders. Engage with peers from diverse backgrounds, sharing insights and experiences from around the world. Expand your horizons, broaden your cultural understanding, and cultivate a global network of like-minded change-makers. This course is suitable for anyone working or intending to work in education who wishes to understand education policy and politics and outcomes in a global context. This programme is also available on a modular (flexible) basis, with a duration of 5 calendar years.

Application deadline

28/08/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 32,000per year

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University information

UCL (University College London)

UCL (University College London)

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus, Gower Street, London, Greater London, WC1E 6BT, United Kingdom

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UCL has over 20,000 students from outside the UK. Many tutors are world-leading academics in their field.
UCL's students come from over 150 countries, providing a truly global perspective.
UCL International Student Support and Wellbeing team provides specialist information and advice to international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Education

    32nd out of 91 17

  • Entry standards

    / Max 212
    116 54%

    50th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    78th

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.21 80%

    52nd

    20

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