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Education (Cognitive Science and Learning) MA

Edge Hill University

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Edge Hill University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

The MA Education (Cognitive Science and Learning) has been designed to help realise the life and career ambitions of a diverse body of professionals who are working in education and related settings. In exploring the relation between cognitive science and the disciplines of psychology, philosophy and educational practice, this programme provides you with opportunities to develop theoretical and practice knowledge and skills to positively influence the lives of learners across all age phases and of all types of learning needs and abilities. You will also develop skills of intellectual synthesis and analysis, critical writing, and confident dissemination to enable you to lead and transform institutions, policy, academic literature, and public debate about education. If you are seeking to develop your practice and gain expertise in the field of education, then this is the programme for you. Furthermore, the knowledge, understanding and skills nurtured on this MA will prepare individuals for further study at PhD and EdD level.

You will benefit from exceptional personalised support, tailored to your individual professional interests, and needs, and a flexible delivery model, consisting of twilight on campus sessions enhanced by activities on our VLE. The blend of students from different professional backgrounds will enable discussion, debate, and the sharing of experiences in a supportive and welcoming environment, facilitated by staff who are experts in education theory and practice. You will also develop essential transferable skills, from purposeful and effective communication to utilising a range of media, making justifiable decisions in complex and unpredictable situations, and planning appropriate targets for improvement.

We offer a range of MA Education pathways covering different age phases and learning needs as part of our professional development portfolio:

  • MA Education

  • MA Education (Children and Young People’s Mental Health)

  • MA Education (Curriculum Design)

  • MA Education (Early Years)

  • MA Education (Evidence Informed Practise)

  • MA Education (Leadership)

  • MA Education (Special Educational Needs)

  • MA Education (Teacher Education)

    • Your future career

    Preparing you for a wide variety of roles across the education workforce in the UK and internationally, this MA can enhance your professional career opportunities and employability.

    On successful completion of the programme, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to make a significant and positive contribution to a range of education settings and education-related contexts.

    You will graduate well placed to apply for more senior positions both within your current workplace and with other providers. The skills and experience acquired through this MA will also provide you with essential preparation for progressing onto research qualifications, such as a PhD or Professional Doctorate.

    Tuition fees

    Students living in United States
    (International fees)

    £ 16,500per year

    Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

    University information

    Edge Hill University

    Edge Hill University

    • University League Table

      54th

    • Campus address

      Edge Hill University, St Helens Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 4QP, England

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    Edge Hill University is home to students and staff from all over the world. It's a vibrant and diverse place where everyone is made to feel welcome.
    International students are guaranteed accommodation on campus if they apply before the deadline. The campus is one of the safest in the UK.
    The university offers a generous scholarship package to international fee-paying students in recognition of choosing Edge Hill as their study destination.

    Subject rankings

    • Subject ranking

      Biological Sciences

      49th out of 94 14

      37th out of 91 6

      67th out of 118 2

    • Entry standards

      / Max 228
      125 55%

      58th

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      88.0 88%

      10th

      34

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      2.93 73%

      80th

      4

    • Entry standards

      / Max 224
      141 63%

      26th

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      76.0 76%

      52nd

      4

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.14 78%

      41st

      1

    • Entry standards

      / Max 213
      131 61%

      51st

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      60.0 60%

      74th

      6

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.09 77%

      47th

      3

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