Program Overview
The Education at University of York is a MA programme in Education over 12 months, delivered On-campus. 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 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: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 15,680 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: York, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education 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
- Research methods in education
- Teaching and Learning in Schools
- Citizenship Education
- Contemporary Issues in Teaching
- Motivation in Education
- Gender, Sexuality and Education
- Science, Education and Society
- Higher Education in the 21st Century
- Technology Enhanced Teaching and Learning
- International Perspectives in Science Education
- Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis
- Teaching and Learning Citizenship and Global Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements
English language proficiency to IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 580 or Computer-based TOEFL 237 will be a prerequisite for entry to the programme for second language learners. You will need a good degree (UK 2.1 or above, USA grade point average 3 or above, China average degree score 80 or above) or equivalent. Experience of language teaching is a bonus, but is not necessary for entry to the programme.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,680 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 15,680 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of York 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 of York
University of York
Heslington, United Kingdom
University of York is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-26
- Language English
- Duration 12 months