Master of Arts Education Studies by Bangor University (MDIS)

The MA Education Studies programme will offer a course of study that is academically challenging and relevant to a wide range of educational contexts. The aim is to enhance students’ knowledge and conceptual understanding of a range of contemporary educational issues. A wide variety of teaching methods is used during the programme; including lectures, seminars and tutorials. The degree programme is assessed using a variety of methods; including essay, report, presentation, and dissertation.

The main educational aims of the programme are:

• Provide a supportive learning environment appropriate to postgraduate study and research
• Offer a programme that is academically challenging and relevant to a wide range of educational contexts
• Enhance the knowledge and conceptual understanding of a range of educational issues
• Share innovative and inspirational experiences that stimulate learning
• Present a critical framework within which students can develop their own responses to contemporary educational issues
• Contribute to the continuing professional development of students on each pathway – teachers and lecturers, leaders and managers

There are two pathways available in the programme, one for ‘Teachers and Lecturers’ and one for ‘Leaders and Managers’. Each pathway consists of four taught modules and a dissertation.

Award

Students who successfully complete the programme will be awarded the Master of Arts Education Studies from Bangor University, UK.