Program Overview
The Education Gender and International Development at University College London (UCL) is a MA programme in Education over 12 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Education Gender and International Development programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 15,525 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,145 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education Gender and International Development programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Education and International Development: Concepts, Theories and Issues
- Gender, Education and Development
- Economic Perspectives of Education Policy
- Education and Development in Asia
- Education and Muslim Communities
- Education, Conflict and Fragility
- Gender, Sexuality and Education
- Learners, Learning and Teaching in the Context of Education for All
- Planning for Education and Development
- Promoting Health and Wellbeing: Planning, Practice and Participation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants should normally hold a minimum of a second-class UK Bachelor\'s degree and demonstrate commitment and genuine interest in issues relating to gender, education and international development. They will normally have a minimum of six months\' experience living/working in a low/middle-income context./country. Applicants who do not meet these criteria may sometimes be considered on the basis of an excellent personal statement. Applicants are encouraged to make informal contact with the programme leader to discuss expectations and other matters of detail.
English Language Requirements
If your education has not been conducted in the English language, you will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency.
The English language level for this programme is: Special. Only the IELTS or a pass to the required standard in the Institute of Education\'s pre-sessional English (PASHE) course are accepted. If taking IELTS, applicants must obtain an overall grade of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in the reading subtest and 6.0 in the writing subtest.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,525 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,145 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 15,525 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,145 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University College London (UCL) directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University College London (UCL)
University College London (UCL)
London, UK
University College London, which operates as UCL, is a public research university in London, England. It is a member institution of the federal University of London, and is the second-largest...
University Profile- Application Deadline 9 December 2025
- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months