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International Education and Globalisation MA

University of Bath

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    University of Bath - Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Gain a deep insight into the concepts of international education and globalisation, with a focus on how they intersect and interact.Education is increasingly influenced by globalisation. We live in more and more connected world, with a mobile and interlinked population. Because of this, education needs to evolve to meet the needs an interconnected society.Education in a global contextThroughout this course, you’ll focus on education in a global context, looking beyond borders and regions. You’ll explore the growing trends and contradictions concerning international education. This will develop your understanding of how globalisation influences education policy and practice.You’ll consider the relationship between globalisation and international education, and how this is affected by the roles of culture and by issues of inequality, sustainability and social justice.Your studies will culminate in a final project. During this you will be supported by your supervisor to design and conduct a small-scale empirical or literature-based research project in the field of international education. The empirical project may be undertaken with an external institution or organisation (if one is available) to address a relevant challenge they face.Throughout the course, you will be supported to develop academic skills and receive pastoral support.By the end of your studies, you’ll be better equipped to educate emerging generations who will live in new and diverse communities.This course often attracts people with different backgrounds and interests, including those with professional experience in formal or informal education, charities, and non-governmental organisations.What you’ll learnYou will leave this course with:a well-rounded knowledge of international education and globalisation, and the intersection between the two concepts. This includes issues and challenges, research-informed policy and practice, and latest developmentswell-developed research skills, including experience of undertaking your own research, preparing you well for doctoral studywider transferable skills, such as critical analysis, intercultural communication, leadership, teamwork and problem-solvingthe knowledge to make a significant contribution to policy and practice in international education

Tuition fees

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£ 28,900per year

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University information

University of Bath

University of Bath

University of Bath

  • University League Table

    8th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Claverton Down, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 7AY, United Kingdom

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The university's community comprises over 20,000 students. Around one-third come from outside the UK, representing 152 nationalities from around the world.
The International Support Service offers an international orientation programme and mentoring scheme to help students settle into life in the UK.
University of Bath alumni can be found contributing positively in countries worldwide. Many continue their association with Bath long after graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sociology

    5th out of 101 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    152 72%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    5th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.09 77%

    42nd

    36

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