Advanced Education Practice MA

Designed for in-service educators seeking career progression and recognition of professional development.

* Taught in-person and online, timed outside of working hours to suit those in full-time employment

* The online learning applies cutting-edge approaches and content aligned with the research expertise of the teaching team

* Practice-focussed modules are reflective and based on real-world educational challenges, enabling you to follow your own interests in the field of education, develop your practice and inform curriculum and policy in your workplace

* The final module supports you to undertake a substantial innovation project focused on educational practice

* Taught by experienced staff from the School of Education who are active researchers at the Liverpool Institute for Research in Education

* Designed to prepared you for future progression into leadership and management roles in education

The MA Advanced Education Practice is a two-year, part-time programme designed to support educators by deepening expertise and advancing careers. It builds on LJMU’s successful PGCE and CPD provision, offering a clear progression route for alumni and external candidates alike.

The course includes five modules:

* Critical Reflection in Education and Evidence-based Education (PGCert level)

* Professional Development in Education (including option modules) and Educational Research (PGDip level)

* A final Innovation Project (MA level), offering the opportunity to conduct practice-focused research in your own educational setting

This structure supports you to reflect on and enhance your professional practice while gaining a master’s qualification that is both rigorous and relevant.