Education (Leadership and Management) MA (Distance Learning)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
Are you in a role with curriculum, key stage or senior management responsibilities? Or are you preparing for a future leadership role in education, training or the public sector? This flexible, 100% online Master’s course is designed for education professionals working in the UK and internationally.
Whether you’re in the early phase of your career or an experienced educator, this course will help you to develop the skills and expertise to excel in leadership, as you study key management principles and develop your own effectiveness as a manager by considering wider theories, research and strategies. You’ll develop practical skills to lead with confidence, inspire and mentor staff and drive about positive change in your workplace. Furthermore, you’ll explore contemporary issues shaping education today – such as AI and social justice.
Key highlights
- Fully online, designed for UK and international education professionals
- Study key management principles, theories, research and leadership strategies
- Develop practical skills to lead, inspire and mentor staff
- Learn to drive positive change in your workplace
- Explore contemporary education issues including AI and social justice
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
Scholarships
The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship Scheme provides a fee waiver of at least 50% on full-time or part-time research degrees, some schools may offer 100%.
Careers this course leads to
- Headteacher
- Deputy headteacher
- Head of department
- Key stage leader
- Curriculum leader
- Education manager
Cost of study
UK/Home: £8,900 | International: £18,700
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 Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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