MA Education via Study Centres

MA Education is a flexible postgraduate degree, ideal for teachers and educational professionals looking to deepen their knowledge and expand their career options. It’s designed to support progression in a variety of educational settings or into related sectors like education policy or government. You’ll join a diverse learning community, from primary and secondary teachers to those working in Higher Education, prisons, and charities. The course helps you critically engage with educational theory and apply it to your own practice and experience. If you’re already working in education, this MA can boost your professional development and open up new career pathways. Depending on your chosen modules, you'll graduate with one of the following degree titles: Please note, this course doesn't lead to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) — standard University of Sunderland requirement (source: sunderland.ac.uk/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements)

International students: £19,000 per year

UK students: £9,250 per year

UK/Home: £9,250 per year

International: £19,000 per year

October 2026 Full-time Generic routeOctober 2026 Full-time Early Years routeOctober 2026 Distance LearningOctober 2026 Part-time

No fixed deadline — apply at least 6 months before your start date via the University's direct application portal.

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