University of Sunderland

MA International Education (DL)

University of SunderlandSunderland, United Kingdom

Course overview

The MA International Education (DL) is a flexible postgraduate degree, ideal for teachers and educational professionals working in international schools looking to deep their knowledge and expand their career options. The course is delivered via distance learning, allowing you to gain a well-respected master’s degree from anywhere in the world. Your career development will be supported with a tight focus on the international school system and its challenges and opportunities.

The course is designed to support progression in a variety of educational settings or into related sectors like education policy or government. Please note, this course doesn't lead to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Key highlights

  • Designed for teachers and professionals working in international schools
  • Delivered by distance learning, studied from anywhere in the world
  • Tight focus on international school system challenges and opportunities
  • Supports progression into education policy or government roles

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:1 — or above

Scholarships

  • We Care Postgraduate Bursary

    The We Care Postgraduate Bursary awards £2,500 cash to eligible postgraduate students.

    Up to £2,500

Careers this course leads to

  • International school teacher
  • International school leader
  • Head of department
  • Education policy officer
  • Education consultant
  • Curriculum coordinator

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,250 per year | International: £8,925 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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