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This master’s programme will inform your educational practice. You’ll choose from one of the following study pathways*:
As part of this course, you’ll:
*To apply for your chosen pathway, please select from the drop-down 'pathways available' menu above
Choose your pathway
MA Education
If you choose to study MA Education (without a specialised pathway), you’ll have the opportunity to tailor the course to your career aspirations by selecting two option modules.
This pathway aims to create changemakers in education with a social justice focused disposition. You’ll develop your understanding of contemporary global debates and challenges within education settings. You’ll also explore their impact on the adults, children and young people engaged with – or excluded from – these spaces.
Additionally, you’ll gain a sound, critical understanding of key concepts and approaches to consider contemporary education. We’ll then support you in the development of advanced research understanding and inquiry skills, enabling you to apply them to real world concerns.
MA Education with Early Years
The modules on this pathway build your early years knowledge and provide insight into developments in policy and practice.
MA Education with Psychology
The modules on this pathway develop your psychological literacy and deepen your understanding of the impact of mental health on learners. You’ll gain valuable insight into how psychological principles can be applied to support children and young people in educational settings.
MA Education with Leadership & Management
This pathway is designed for aspiring and current leaders seeking to deepen their understanding of inclusive and effective leadership within educational and organisational settings. It provides the theoretical foundations and practical strategies needed to build equitable, ethical, and sustainable cultures that drive positive change.
Whichever pathway you choose, you’ll hone your expertise by designing your own research project during the dissertation module, aiming to make a meaningful impact on your field of practice.
Shared experiences
You’ll study alongside students from a range of backgrounds and educational environments. This will give you the opportunity to share your experiences and learn from each other's teaching methods.
Teaching and learning
The core content for the distance learning mode of this course is delivered via the MyBeckett online learning platform. You’ll access module content and complete tasks in your own time, offering you maximum flexibility. You can attend three sessions per module, per semester, and a fortnightly drop-in session with your tutor to ensure that you have access to support.
Your teaching will comprise small group tutorials, seminars and lectures (which may be pre-recorded for distance learners). You’ll have opportunities to participate in peer-led discussions and presentations as well as access to additional support on our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). We also invite guest speakers to share their experiences of working in the education sector.
Study support
You’ll receive supportive feedback from your course team, who’ll provide guidance on academic writing and referencing. Whether you’re in employment, studying full or part-time, or have caring responsibilities, this course has been designed flexibly to suit your needs.
MA Edcuation MA Education student Natalie talks about her experiences of studying at Leeds Beckett.
Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree, a professional or vocational qualification in Education equivalent to level 6 study, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment.
All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; you can download our reference template for completion.
All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements. Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.0. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages.
Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree, a professional or vocational qualification in Education equivalent to level 6 study, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment.
All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; you can download our reference template for completion.
All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements. Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.0. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages.
All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements. Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.0. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages.
We may use selection criteria based on your personal attributes; experience and/or commitment to the area of study. This information will be derived from your personal statement and reference and will only be used if you have met the general entry requirements.
Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.
We understand that full-time study does not suit everyone. That’s why we offer courses which give you the opportunity to decide where, when and how you can get involved in learning. Studying a distance learning course offers the convenience and flexibility to make education work for you. Whether you’d like to fit your studies around childcare, develop your skills while working or, quite simply, want to learn from the comfort of your own home, we can help you gain a qualification at a time and pace that suits your lifestyle.
Like our students on campus, you’ll have the same excellent teaching and learning resources, however you’ll find these online instead of a lecture theatre. Not only are all the modules taught online, but you’ll also have access to an online community and more than 140,000 books and journals in our online library.
Technical requirements for distance learning study are detailed in the full guide. Visit our distance learning website for more information.
Distance learning - overall workload
Remote live sessions for distance learning:
If you choose to study this course via distance learning, your weekly course timetable may include some evening and weekend live sessions.
We’ll support your independent online study through a combination of online activities, pre-recorded lectures and discussion boards on Microsoft Teams. This may be supplemented with evening and/or weekend online webinars which can be accessed from anywhere in the world via Microsoft Teams. We’ll offer occasional webinars and online drop-in sessions, at alternative times, to support you if you’re an international student living in a time zone outside the UK. You’ll be able to access recordings of sessions.
UK
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £8670. The amount you will pay may increase each year to take into account the effects of inflation.
International 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £10040. The amount you will pay is fixed at this level for each year of your course.
For students entering in 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £8670. The amount you will pay may increase each year to take into account the effects of inflation.
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
For students entering in 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £10040. The amount you will pay is fixed at this level for each year of your course.
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
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