Education Research MA

This course provides students with social science research training and specialised education modules. It is ideal preparation for doctoral research in education. <br/><br/>**September 2021 entry– important application information**<br/>This course is only available if you’re applying through the Northern Ireland and North East Doctoral Training Partnership (NINE DTP). We are unable to accept applications from independent candidates. See here for NINE DTP application guidance information.<br/><br/>The course enables students to relate debates and methodological principles in education research to broader issues in social science research and educational policy and practice. It also provides students with opportunities to acquire the theoretical frameworks, knowledge, understanding, skills and aptitudes necessary to undertake advanced research in education.