Education, Policy and Society

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Education, Policy and Society is an interdisciplinary programme drawing on sociology, political science, economics and history to address the challenges of education policy and provision. Study educational policy and processes in relation to issues of race, social class, gender and changes such as globalisation and new managerialism.

KEY BENEFITS
* Cutting edge policy analysis drawing on contemporary research.
* Interdisciplinary and critical approach towards contemporary policy provision.
* Explores models and approaches in policy analysis as well as skills and approaches in undertaking critical policy analysis.
* Located in the heart of London.

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. An interdisciplinary programme, it draws on sociology, political science, economics, history and contemporary policy- making to address the challenge of education policy and provision. You will consider educational policy and process in relation to issues of race, social class, gender as well as changes such as globalisation and new managerialism. It also provides an opportunity for policy text analysis and comparative policy study.

STRUCTURE OVERVIEW
Core programme content * Education, Policy & the City.
* 20,000 word dissertation on a topic related to Education, Policy & Society.

Indicative non-core content Over 20 modules are available including:

* Social Justice and Education Policy
* The Social Context of Schooling
* International Comparative Education
* Recent Developments in Education Management
* Teacher Development
* Language Practices in Multiethnic & Multilingual Classrooms
* Digital Literacy
* Psychology & Learning.

FORMAT AND ASSESSMENT
In order to gain MA Education, Policy and Society, 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. * Education, Policy And The City - 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
* 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
* Notions Of English - 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). Although teaching experience is highly recommended (especially when related to the subject focus of the MA you are applying for), applicants with an 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.