University of East Anglia

MA Professional Practice in Education (Part Time)

University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich

Course overview

This dynamic and flexible programme is designed to empower educators at all levels to enhance their practice, deepen their subject expertise, and develop leadership capabilities. Whether you’re working in early years, secondary education, or further and higher education, you’ll have the opportunity to tailor your learning journey to align with your professional goals and aspirations. This part-time MA in Professional Practice in Education is designed for those working across a broad spectrum of educational settings – from early years to higher education – as well as those involved in education policy and research within the UK.

This flexible top-up qualification enables you to transfer credits from your Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme or build on your existing professional experience, leading to a full Master’s degree. As an educator, your career is built on a foundation of continuous learning. This programme offers you the exciting opportunity to conduct research in areas that are both personally and professionally meaningful.

You’ll explore the latest innovative thinking in education, empowering you to enhance and refine your own practice.

Key highlights

  • Designed for educators from early years to higher education
  • Transfer credits from Initial Teacher Training towards the full Master's
  • Tailor learning to your own professional goals and setting
  • Conduct research in areas meaningful to your own practice
  • Develop leadership capabilities and deepen subject expertise
  • Explore the latest innovative thinking in education

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each component) or equivalent - check course page for specific requirements

Careers this course leads to

  • Head of department
  • Senior leader in schools
  • Further education lecturer
  • Education policy officer
  • Educational researcher
  • Early years leader

Cost of study

UK/Home: £11,200 per year | International: £23,850 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 East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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