English in Education

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English in Education is for secondary teachers of english or advisors and teacher educators wishing to follow a programme of advanced study after a period of classroom experience. It equips students with essential theoretical and research knowledge to enhance teaching practice.

KEY BENEFITS
* An innovative programme which looks at English as an Arts subject.
* It is the only course of its kind based in London.
* It is aimed at anyone who is in the teaching profession or with an interest in English.

PURPOSE
For all those who teach, lecture or organise educational provision at any level. To enable professionals concerned with education to reflect on their practice and to inform such reflection by extending their knowledge. Students will be made aware of significant current developments in contemporary pedagogical policy and practice.

DESCRIPTION
This programme forms part of our department's successful modular MA programme which has been running for over a decade. Two modules, Notions of English and English, the Arts & Language, draw on current research and scholarship to address topics that include: the history of and current approaches to English teaching; the nature of speaking and writing; learning, knowledge and thinking in English; assessment for learning in English; the vernacular and poetic; English and students' other languages; language as art; language and other media; key concepts in English; underlying principles of English teaching.

STRUCTURE OVERVIEW
Core programme content

* 20,000 word dissertation on a topic related to English in Education.

Indicative non-core content

Compulsory Modules:

* Notions of English.

Students are encouraged to take

* English & the Arts of Language.

There are over 20 optional modules available to choose from including:

* Language Practices in Multilingual and Multiethnic Classrooms
* Recent Developments in Education Management
* Recent Developments in MFL Education
* International Comparative Education
* Language Contact, Bilingualism & Black Englishes
* Psychology & Learning
* Teacher Development
* The Social Context of Schooling

FORMAT AND ASSESSMENT
In order to gain MA in English in Education, students must complete and pass four modules (30 credits each) and a dissertation (60 credits). There are no examinations; all modules are assessed by written work. Most of the modules run in the evenings, from 17.30 to 19.30.

MODULES
More information on typical programme modules.
NB it cannot be guaranteed that all modules are offered in any particular academic year.

* Notions Of English - Required
* Advanced Curriculum Studies In Mathematics Education - Optional
* Assessment Design, Interpretation And Evaluation - Optional
* Assessment In Professional Practice And Society - Optional
* Computer Science Education - Optional
* Critical Religious Education - Optional
* Design And Evaluation Of Educational Software - - Optional
* Digital Literacy - Optional
* E-learning: Theory And Practice - Optional
* Education, Policy And The City - Optional
* English, The Arts And Language - Optional
* Foundations Of Teaching & Learning Science - Optional
* International Comparative Education - Optional
* Issues In Teaching & Learning Modern Foreign Languages - Optional
* Language And Power - Optional
* Language Contact, Bilingualism and Black Englishes - Optional
* Language Practices In Multiethnic And Multilingual Classrooms - Optional
* Psychology And Learning - Optional
* Recent Developments In Education Management - Optional
* Recent Developments In ICT And Education - Optional
* Recent Developments In Mathematics Education - Optional
* Recent Developments In Modern Foreign Languages Education - Optional
* Recent Developments In Science Education - Optional
* Religious Education: Context, Curriculum And Methodology - Optional
* School Effectiveness And Improvement - Optional
* Social Context Of Schooling - Optional
* Social Justice And Education Policy - Optional
* Teacher Development - Optional

Minimum 2:2 first degree (or equivalent), plus the PGCE or an equivalent initial teacher qualification. Although teaching experience is highly recommended (especially when related to the subject focus of the MA you are applying for), applicants with appropriate academic qualifications are invited to apply. English Language Requirements CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 80 (Grade A)

Self-funded.