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Sociology of Education MA

UCL (University College London)

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    UCL (University College London)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

The Sociology of Education MA is designed to guide students through the latest theories, concepts and research in the sociology of education, exploring the wider political, social and cultural contexts of policy and practice in education. The Sociology of Education MA provides students with the opportunity to review current developments in scholarship and research concerning the social, cultural and political dynamics of educational continuity and change. It offers a grounding in a range of sociological theories and perspectives as they relate to education students are invited to develop their own analytic, critical and empirical research skills. The programme is designed for those involved in, or intending to be involved in, education and related areas of professional work such as teachers, educational researchers, advisors, administrators and community workers. Some of our students when they start the degree are employed in education settings and education-related roles, from school teachers to community or adult educators and policy analysts others come to the MA directly from undergraduate study in the humanities and social sciences, including sociology, policy studies, cultural and education studies and others take up the MA directly from their teaching degree. Our UK and international students come from a range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds and have diverse educational, professional and life experiences. We emphasise sociological knowledge and interest in our programme. Please note that the MA Sociology of Education is not a teacher training programme.

Application deadline

26/06/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 35,400per year

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

University information

UCL (University College London)

UCL (University College London)

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    UCL (University College London), Gower Street, London, Camden, 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

    49th out of 91 36

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    133 58%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

    83rd

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    72nd

    35

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