Education Research MA

Our course provides you with social science research training and specialized education modules. You'll develop a critical understanding of research methods, educational issues, practice, evidence, and theory. It is ideal preparation for doctoral research in education. The course will enable you to relate debates and methodological principles in education research to broader issues in social science research and educational policy and practice. It also provides you with opportunities to acquire the theoretical frameworks, knowledge, understanding, skills, and aptitudes necessary to undertake advanced research in education. You will be a member of the Research Centre for Learning and Teaching at Newcastle University (CfLaT). You are encouraged to contribute to our education research culture, participating in events such as seminars, research teas, and project dissemination events. We aim to produce graduates who can successfully proceed to research, education, and teaching careers in universities, the public sector, or the private sector.

A 2:1 honors degree in a related subject and a real interest in education research. Related subjects include: educational research education educational psychology social science research