Program Overview
The Educational Studies (MEd) at University of Glasgow is a MEd 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 Educational Studies (MEd) 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 17,250 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 2,889 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Educational Studies (MEd) 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
- Introduction to educational and social research
- Modern educational thought
- Seminar on contemporary issues.
- Advanced educational research
- Curriculum development in adult education
- Developing literacy
- Developmental Psychology
- Educational psychology
- Highly able learners
- Identities, relationships & behaviours
- Inclusive classrooms, inclusive pedagogies
- International & comparative education
- International issues in adult education
- Perspectives of youth & young adulthood
- The evolving concept of inclusion
- The learner & the curriculum
- The psychology of adult learning
- Work-related learning
- Young people, learning & development.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry requirements
Normally a first degree (or equivalent) and professional teacher training in education or a related profession, eg social work, nursery nursing, clinical nursing. (Recognition is also given for professional experience with extra weighting given to experience in a promoted post.)English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,250 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 2,889 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,250 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 2,889 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Glasgow 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 Glasgow
University of Glasgow
Glasgow, United Kingdom
University of Glasgow 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 21 January 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months