Institute of Education Prospectus

Postgraduate study programmes in
Education
by distance and exible learning
20142015
Academic direction by:
www.londoninternational.ac.uk/education
Programme starts: September January
Application deadline: 30 June 31 October
Registration deadline: 31 August 30 November
Online induction
session starts: September December
Start studying: September January
Exams take place: May/June May/June
Key dates:
Educational and Social Research
Programme starts: September January
Application deadline: 30 June 31 October
Registration deadline: 31 August 30 November
Online induction
session starts: September January
Start studying: September January
Exams take place: May/June May/June
Key dates: Applied Educational
Leadership and Management
Programme starts: July
Application deadline: 11 April*
Registration deadline: 31 May*
Two-week intensive course
for What is Education?
(available as face to face
and online): 21 July 1 August 2014
Examinations for core modules: May/June and October
* Please note that if you intend to apply for a Student Visitor Visa you will need to allow
at least three months for the processing of your visa request prior to the start of the
programme. In this instance, you will need to complete your application and registration
before the deadline dates set.
Key dates: MA Education
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You can gain a University
of London degree through
the University of London
International Programmes,
from anywhere in the world.
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The programmes in this
leafet were developed
by the Institute of
Education, one of the
University of Londons
constituent Colleges and
a world-leading centre
for education studies.
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You receive
comprehensive study
guides specially written
by subject experts at the
Institute of Education, as
well as access to a wealth
of online resources.
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You will work
collaboratively online
with other students
from diverse cultures,
education systems and
international contexts.
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You will share professional
expertise and apply the
practical knowledge
gained in your own
professional context.
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The virtual learning
environment allows
you to access
learning materials,
share documents,
and interact with
colleagues and tutors.
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MA students produce a
dissertation that develops
independent critical
thought and provides the
basis for doctoral study.
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The programmes are
designed to suit individual
needs and ft in with
your lifestyle and work.
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You can study for a
full Masters degree, a
Postgraduate Diploma/
Certifcate, or take an
individual module for your
continuing professional
development.
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You can spread
payments over your
study period.
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Postgraduate study programmes in Education
Contents
10 key facts about your study with us 2
The University of London
International Programmes 4
The world-renowned Institute of Education 5
About your study 6
Applied Educational Leadership
and Management (AELM) 8
AELM programme information 9
AELM module outlines 10
Education 12
Education programme information 13
Planning your programme 14
Educational and Social Research (MRes) 16
MRes programme information 17
MRes programme timetable 18
MRes module outlines 20
Entrance requirements 21
Gaining a prestigious
University of London qualifcation 22
Fees 23
Postgraduate study in Education
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In the increasingly competitive environment
of worldwide access to higher education,
the University of London International
Programmes continue to offer a guarantee
of quality, value and intellectual rigour.
Professor Sir Adrian Smith FRS,
Vice-Chancellor, University of London
Dr Mary Stiasny,
Pro Vice-Chancellor (International) and Chief Executive
of the University of London International Programmes
For more than 150 years, the
University of London International
Programmes has been ofering
degree programmes to students
worldwide. Today, we have 54,000
students studying in over 180
countries, bringing the University
of London to you through
distance and fexible learning.
As a family of world-class
institutions, the University has a
reputation for academic distinction
in teaching and research, both in
the UK and internationally. Ranging
from education to management,
and from law to philosophy, all of
our programmes are developed
by academics within the University
of Londons constituent Colleges.
This ensures that our awards
are recognised worldwide for
their quality and value, and that
students beneft from the academic
rigour and cutting-edge research
undertaken within the Colleges.
Studying with the University
of London is one of the greatest
investments you can make in yourself.
We look forward to welcoming
you into our global community of
students and wish you every success.
The University of London
International Programmes

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A postgraduate College of the
University of London, the Institute of
Education is the largest institution
in the UK devoted to the study
of education and related areas.
Founded in 1902, the Institute is a
world-class centre of excellence for
teacher training, higher degrees,
research and consultancy in
education and related areas of
professional practice and the social
sciences. The Institute hosts over
200 research and consultancy
projects at any one time.
Based on the most recent
evaluation of British research
published in December 2008, subject
rankings for education published
in the Times Higher Education show
that from a total of 82 UK universities
evaluated, the Institute of Education
ranked in top place. Thirty-fve
per cent of its research activity
was rated as world-leading.
The world-renowned
Institute of Education
Programme title Level offered
Study
period
Fees
Applied Educational
Leadership and
Management (AELM)
MA 35 years 10,420
Postgraduate
Diploma
25 years 8,145
Postgraduate
Certifcate
15 years 4,595
Education MA 15 years 10,805
Educational and
Social Research
MRes 25 years 8,705
Postgraduate
Diploma
25 years 6,125
Postgraduate
Certifcate
15 years 3,545
Please note that the fees shown below are indicative only.
They do not refect any annual increase and represent
the approximate total fee for the highest award.
Programmes available
International Baccalaureate
The AELM and Education programmes have gained recognition
for the International Baccalaureate advanced certifcates in leadership
research (AELM) and teaching and learning research (Education).
If you are an International Baccalaureate teacher, or interested in
gaining this additional qualifcation, please visit:
www.ibo.org/programmes/pd/award/
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About your study
Flexible study
Studying at a distance allows you a
high degree of fexibility. Generally,
you can study whenever, wherever
and however you choose.
< Fits your needs. You can
study for either a full MA or
MRes degree, a Postgraduate
Diploma/Certifcate, or
choose to take an individual
module for your continuing
professional development.
< Fits your lifestyle. You can
ft your study around family
and work commitments.
< Fits your nances. Your overall
costs are substantially lower than
if you came to London to study
full time. You will have no travel,
relocation or accommodation
costs. Whats more, you can
continue working full time.
< Fits with your location. You
can study anywhere in the
world and can choose where
you are assessed. We have
examination centres in over
180 countries worldwide.
Specially written materials
AELM and MRes students receive
individual study packs containing
study materials written specifcally
for the programme by subject
experts at the IOE. These materials
are structured around key enquiry
questions which you analyse,
explore and respond to through
guided tasks and targeted readings
Study materials for MA Education
students are made available
online through the Virtual
Learning Environment (VLE).
An online community
Working from your own home and/
or place of work, you will become
part of a virtual learning community,
studying collaboratively with your
fellow students and an online tutor.
The VLE allows you to access
learning materials, share documents,
and interact with colleagues and
tutors. The online environment
also links to other resources such as
the Online Library (which includes
journals, databases and referencing
tools) and informal discussion
areas. Here you can share insights
and support each other as you
progress through the programme.
Study periods
You have between one to fve
years to complete the Postgraduate
Certifcate, and between two to fve
years to complete the Postgraduate
Diploma or MA/MRes (please note
that there is a minimum three-
year study period for the MA in
and Management). On average,
we expect that you will need to
study for 1015 hours per week.
Assessment
Your work will be evaluated
through a combination of
coursework and unseen written
examinations which normally take
place in May/June and October.
Afliate CMI membership
Students on the AELM programme
can become an Afliate member
of the Chartered Management
Institute (CMI), which provides
access to a wide range of resources
and services. On completion
of the MA degree, students
will be eligible to apply for fast
track professional recognition
(ACMI or MCMI with three years
management experience).

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Its amazing to be in a
tutor group with people
who are in Hong Kong
or Indonesia. You learn
so much about the
different contexts and
cultures that people are
working in, but also
how similar so many of
the issues we face are.
Deema Ghata-Aura
Deema Ghata-Aura
MA in Education student, Dubai
The MA in Education through the
University of London International
Programmes was the obvious
choice for two reasons. The frst
is the academic reputation of
the Institute of Education. Its
great to know Im studying at a
College that is world-leading in
its feld. And the University of
London International Programmes
is so well-established that I felt
confdent about the distance
learning aspect of this course.
Its amazing to be in a tutor group
with people who are in Hong Kong
or Indonesia. You learn so much
about the diferent contexts and
cultures that people are working
in, but also how similar so many
of the issues we face are. On the
course, we have access to the
latest research. It pulls us together
into a more global understanding
of whats happening right now.
Ive learned a lot about how to
conduct a good piece of research,
and due to my experience on
this course, Im thinking of doing
further postgraduate work when I
fnish my MA. Its opened up new
career avenues for me which I
hadnt considered before. I would
recommend it without hesitation.
Deema works as a supply
teacher in an international
school in Dubai. Read a prole on
Deema in our online magazine,
London Connection: http://
bit.ly/deema-ghata-aura
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World-class teaching,
research and consultancy
The London Centre for Leadership
in Learning, a school of the Institute
of Education, is an important
professional development facility
for everyone working with children,
young people and adult learners
in London, as well as nationally
and internationally. It also works
in research and consultancy
worldwide. Every aspect of this
programme has been designed
by academics drawn from across
The London Centre for Leadership
in Learning, the Institute of
Education as a whole, and the
wider educational community.
A course for people who are
passionate about education
This interactive programme
for professional educators is
designed to be of international
relevance. It is for:
< leaders and managers in
schools and colleges
< educational consultants
< and those who work for national
or regional government in
a planning, development
or inspection role.
Improve yourself,
improve your institution
The course contributes to individual
professional development and to
institutional improvement. It is a
personal development programme
for professional educators,
leading directly to institutional
improvement as you draw on your
experiences, learn collectively
and gain the confdence to
put new ideas in to practice.
You will refect on key principles
of theory and empirical research
and will be encouraged to apply
these principles to issues in your
own working environment.
and Management (AELM)
The vibrant and diverse MA
AELM has now been running
for 10 years and is continuing to
grow and develop to meet the
changing education leadership
challenges of the 21st Century.
As Programme Director, I can
assure you that you will be joining
a community, not just a course.
MA AELM students come from
all over the world, from diferent
countries, sectors of education,
and experience levels. What you all
have in common is a desire to learn
more about the ways in which your
organisation can best serve the
community within which it is situated.
You will learn much from the
course materials, your readings and
the Virtual Learning Environment
activities led by a knowledgeable
and highly supportive tutor team.
You will learn even more from
sharing professional expertise with
colleagues around the world. I
know that you will fnd the course
both enriching and stimulating.
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Programme information
Year 1: core modules
September start
< Leading and managing
educational change and
improvement
January start
< Leadership for the learning
community
Year 2: optional modules
Choose two from the following:
September start
< Finance and resource
management
< Developing personal
leadership skills
January start
< Exploring educational policy
< Values, vision and moral purpose
Year 3: Dissertation
You will be supported by
your tutor to produce a
Dissertation of 15,000 words.
Qualifcation
received
What you
must study
Certifcate of
Achievement
One core or
One optional
module
Postgraduate
Certifcate
Both core modules
Postgraduate
Diploma
Both core modules
Two optional
modules
MA Both core modules
Two optional
modules
A dissertation
Masako Iwashina
AELM graduate
Japan
I work in the Ministry of Education
and Sports as a Chief Advisor. My
job involves developing training
modules to develop school
teachers and principals further.
While I worked in Laos where
I am working now, I found
that education leadership and
management is one of the critical
factors and the very basis for
the improvement of access and
education quality. At the same
time, I have some friends who
studied at the Institute
of Education and heard
that the programme
is very efective.
It was fantastic to have
a network of students
who have diferent
backgrounds and
positions and
exchange ideas.
The opinions of
other students were
very valuable for my
critical thinking.
We allow you up to 5 years to complete your qualifcation. However, the usual route
through the MA is shown below:
Students who have NPQH or a local
alternative may request accreditation of
prior learning for one optional module.
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Module outlines
Leading and managing
educational change
and improvement
This module introduces some
of the basic theories relating to
leadership and management in
educational settings and considers
how they might work in a range of
situations and national cultures.
Students are made aware that
most theories of leadership and
management are Western in
nature and are encouraged to
consider their applicability to their
own cultural context. The individual
organisation is looked at from
the point of view of its structures,
its own institutional culture and
the way power is distributed.
The implications of the changing
division and allocation of power
between national and regional
government and the individual
educational institution are considered.
The key themes of institutional
efectiveness and educational
improvement and change are
introduced in this module along with
the related concept of evaluation.
Leadership for the
learning community
This module starts by considering
the question: what do we mean
by learning? It then goes on
to consider the implications
for leaders and managers if
they are to promote efective
learning and the role of the
wider community in supporting
and enabling learning.
The role of the staf within a
school, college or educational
system is key to success, and
this module considers two
ways in which human resource
management links to learning
and the implications of this
for leaders and managers.
The importance of continuing
professional development for staf
and the support and growth of
learning communities is stressed.
Finally, the module considers
the importance of practitioners
both using available research
evidence and data from
outside and from inside the
institution and system.
If you are studying on the MA
or Postgraduate Diploma, you
will then choose two modules
from the following options
according to your interests
and professional needs.
Finance and
resource management
Make your institution more
efcient, efective and equitable.
Improve your understanding of
fnancial management and the
fnancial systems within which
you operate. Develop skills of
costing, budgeting and planning.
Developing personal
leadership skills
This module builds on the theories
presented in the core modules to
develop leadership skills that will
beneft your organisation. Improve
your skills and insights as a leader
and manager of people utilising a
range of case studies. Understand
team building, decision-making and
confict resolution. Gain personal
skills such as time and stress
management and action planning.
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Exploring
educational policy
For the frst time the Institute of
Educations world-class expertise in
education policy is being presented
through distance learning.
Identify how your institution
is afected by national and
international policy and change,
including initiatives of access,
equity and social justice.
Understand national and global
forces and how they impact
on you and your institution.
Values, vision and
moral purpose
Values and ethics are central
to educational leadership
and management.
Moral philosophy is applied
to real life situations to help
you understand and examine
your own values. Work with
others to develop a vision and
mission for your organisation.
Examine strategies for
change and improvement of
organisational culture. Gain
new insights into your role.
Individual modules
You can study any number
of modules from the AELM
programme as an individual
module. Two modules (or a
maximum of 60 credits) may
be counted as credit towards
a further related award.
September modules:
YEAR 1: Leading and
managing educational
change and improvement
(Core module 1)
YEAR 2: Finance and
resource management
OR Developing personal
leadership skills
January modules:
YEAR 1: Leadership
for the learning
community in January
(Core module 2)
YEAR 2: Exploring
educational policy
OR Values, vision and
moral purpose
Modules are offered in September
and January as follows:
Optional modules
Dissertation
You will be supported by your tutor
and through online seminars to
develop a small research project
on a topic of your choice related
to educational leadership and
management. The dissertation
provides the opportunity for
an extended piece of writing
that will be valuable to you and
your institution and will also
provide excellent experience
if you wish to continue your
studies at doctoral level.
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Education
An introduction from Dr Clare Brooks | Programme Director
The MA in Education is ideal if
you work in teaching, education
management or policy, and want
to increase your understanding
of current education issues
and enhance your career. This
stimulating programme takes a
broad view of education, covering
themes such as: curriculum,
pedagogy, assessment, the
relationship between education
and society, and the importance
of education research. It is
designed to suit students across
the world, and explores the global
forces that infuence education,
encouraging you to relate your
learning to your context. You can
select optional modules from
specialist felds, to customise
your studies to your interests.
The excellent levels of personal
support include a personal tutor
for the duration of your studies.
You have access to an online
learning environment which has
discussion areas and links to online
resources and library support. The
core module What is Education?
is taught as an intensive two-week
programme in central London (and
is also available as an entirely online
module), and features keynotes from
world-class academics in education.
A exible curriculum
The MA in Education comprises
two compulsory core modules,
two option modules, plus a
dissertation. You can select option
modules from a variety of specialist
felds, to customise your course of
study to refect your professional
interests and needs. Modules are
available as distance learning,
face-to-face and mixed-mode.
The programme is fexible, so you
can take one or two modules a
year (or maybe more) and spread
your studies out as you see ft.
An international
dimension
All of the modules have an
international dimension, and
throughout the programme you
will be encouraged to consider
how the ideas discussed relate
to your individual context and
experience. The MA will boost
your understanding of education
and help you to develop your
career. The programme provides
the academic foundation you
need to take on leadership
roles and to make signifcant
contributions to the future of
children, learners and societies. It
is also an ideal preparation for an
EdD or PhD in education. You will
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The MA degree consists
of four modules and a
dissertation as follows:
< two compulsory core
modules plus
< two further modules chosen
from a list of options plus
< a dissertation.
You can tailor your MA to suit
your particular interests and
needs. When considering which
option modules are best for
you, you need to consider:
Mode of study
You need to decide which modes of
study are open to you. Modules are
available as entirely distance learning
(for which you can be anywhere
in the world), or with some period
of study in London (normally a
regular weekly class over a ten week
period). Some modules combine
both distance learning with a short
period in London so it is important
to read the module descriptions
carefully. If you intend to be based
in or around London, you can select
modules in any category. Students
who do not intend to visit London
will need to ensure that they only
select distance learning modules.
Breadth and balance
You should ensure that your module
selection results in a broad and
balanced degree. To help you
select modules that are appropriate
for you, read the brief module
description carefully. When selecting
your modules, you may like to
consider: if the module content
interests you; if the timing of the
module is appropriate for you; if the
module has any additional entry
requirement you must meet.
Workload balance
When planning your programme
of study, consider your workload
and what is manageable. A full-
time student can study up to two
modules in one term (please see
pages 14-15 for term dates). A part-
time student should consider no
more than one module per term.
Individual modules
Most core and optional modules are ofered
as credit-bearing individual modules. This
is an ideal option if youre keen to update
your professional knowledge, enhance
your career, or sample the programme.
Eleni Peppa
MA in Education student, Greece
The University of London has an excellent
reputation both in the UK and overseas. As
this is a distance learning programme, it did
not require me to travel to England and study
abroad, which meant I could keep my job and
at the same time study for a Masters degree.
I found the recorded lectures very helpful and
enlightening, giving me the sense of
attending the actual lecture in the
university. I found the Collaborate
sessions very helpful too. Apart
from giving me the opportunity
to talk about the readings we
had covered each week, it helped
me to meet other people on the
course and exchange ideas.
Eleni works as a private
tutor. Read a prole on
Eleni in our online magazine,
bit.ly/eleni-peppa
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Planning your programme
Guide to selecting option modules
If you wish to study the MA by distance learning, look
at the list of Distance Learning Modules. If you prefer
to study face to face in London, look at the list of Study
in London options. The two option modules you
choose must be from two diferent thematic areas:
< Curriculum Specialisms and Phases
< Designing and Assessing Learning
< Education and Society
Please note that the fnal list of modules available is
subject to confrmation in the 2014-2015 Regulations.
Autumn (October to December)
Distance Learning Modules
< Communicating Geography in Education
< Issues and Debates in Religious Education
Study in London
< Contemporary Art and Artists in Education
< Contemporary Issues in English Education
< Curriculum Design and Development
< Early Childhood Education
< Foundations of Science Education
< Primary Mathematics Specialist Teaching:
mathematics and pedagogy (SeptJune)
< Understanding Mathematics Education
< Principles and Practices in Development
Education
< Teaching for Independent Student Inquiry
(OctJuly)
Study in London
< Assessment: Issues and Practice
< Learning and Teaching with Technologies
< Guiding Efective Learning and Teaching
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< Education and Development in Asia
< Education for the Professions
< Gender, Education and Development
< Leading and Managing Change and
Improvement
< Media, Cultural Theory and Education
< Philosophy of Education: Values, Aims and
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< Planning for Education and Development
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< Education and International Development:
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< Critical Perspectives on Learning and Teaching
< Curriculum Policy and Practice
< Issues of Concern in Education
< Making The Geography Curriculum
< Music Technology in Education
Study in London
< Contemporary Issues in the Early Years
< Learning and Teaching in Art and Design
Study in London
< Critical Perspectives on Learning and Teaching
< Contemporary Issues and Debates in Primary Education
< Assessment: Issues and Practice
< Technology and Education Beyond the Classroom
Study in London
< Artefacts as an Educational Resource
< Assessment for Learning
< Philosophy of Education: Knowledge, Mind and
Understanding
< Materials Development for Language Teaching
< Education and Development in Asia
< Gender, Education and Development (Jan-June)
< Independent Study
< Planning for Education and Development (Jan-May)
< Philosophy of Religion
Study in London
< Education and International Development: concepts,
theories and issues
< Educational Traditions and Systems in Europe
< English in Diverse World Contexts
< Gender: Theory and Practice in Education
< Internet Cultures: Theory and Practice
< Learners, Learning and Teaching in the Context of
Education for All
< Rights and Education
< English in Diverse World Contexts
Study in London
< Education in Muslim Communities
< Gender, Education and Development (intensive)
< Leading Policy and Practice for Early Childhood Services
< Social Histories of British Education
< Teaching Controversial Issues
< Independent Study
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Educational and
Social Research (MRes)
A customisable
curriculum
Developed in accordance
with the UK Economic and
Social Research Councils
(ESRC) guidelines on research
practice, the courses cover
every aspect of social research:
from project design and
conceptualisation to data
analysis and presentation.
For practitioners
worldwide
This comprehensive programme
of research training will:
< provide the necessary knowledge,
skills and confdence to interpret,
evaluate and carry out research
in any education-related setting
< enable you to efectively work
with, and perform research in
a variety of sectors, including
industry, the public sector, and
the academic community
< explore a wide range of
disciplinary approaches to
educational research and the
relevance of disciplines such as
Sociology, Psychology, History
and Philosophy for undertaking
research in educational settings
< allow you to gain expertise in
research procedures such as
interviewing, literature reviewing,
data analysis, and writing
< act as valuable preparation if you
wish to undertake doctoral studies.
These online, interactive courses
in educational and social research
provide an excellent opportunity
for those working or interested in
education to develop their research
skills. The courses are designed to
help you gain practical knowledge
and advanced theoretical insights
that you can apply in relation to
your own interests. Whether you
are an experienced researcher, or
new to research, expert tutors from
the Institute of Education will work
with you and help you to develop
your own research agendas.
The fexibility of these courses
enables you to develop a study
programme that suits your needs,
from a full MRes through to
individual modules that allow you
to study a specifc area of research.
These courses enable you to study
anywhere in the world, without
compromising your personal or work
commitments. You will work closely
with fellow students from around the
world in a rich multicultural online
environment. The course materials
include audio and video presentations
from international experts, as well as
specially written texts and practical
activities. All materials will be
accessible online through our own
secure Online Learning Environment.
The online nature of the course
and its interactive teaching and
learning style makes for a rich
community of researchers and is
an ideal forum for learning about
and experiencing research. I very
much look forward to welcoming
you to our research community.
An introduction from Dr Will Gibson | Programme Director

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You can choose to study for: Masters
of Research (MRes), a Postgraduate
Diploma (equivalent to 120 credits)
and a Postgraduate Certifcate in
Educational and Social Research
(equivalent to 60 credits).
If you wish to combine several
individual modules you can build a
programme of study that suits your
individual research needs. The MRes
consists of the following modules:
MRes scholarship
In previous years, the Institute of
Education has funded one student
to undertake the full Online MRes.
Discussions are being held on the
development of this scheme.
Please continue to check
the MRes web pages for further
updates and details including
new application deadlines:
www.londoninternational.
ac.uk/omres
Elizabeth Dalling
MRes student, Sierra Leone
Having taken a career break to be with
our three sons, I became interested in
applied social research in international
development contexts. Though I had done
some informal research in my intercultural
work I lacked formal research skills so
needed a taught online Masters course
that would equip me with these. I looked
for a course and institution with a good
reputation that didnt require any contact
time in the UK. The MRes in Educational and
Social Research at the IOE was the obvious
choice as it emphasises both education
and social research more generally,
building on my previous experience.
I have loved the course so far. Ive always
enjoyed engaging with other cultures
so its been great learning with
people from all over the world.
Following the MRes Elizabeth
is hoping to nd work in applied
social research in Sierra Leone.
Read a prole on Elizabeth in
our online magazine,
London Connection:
http://bit.ly/
elizabeth-dalling
Individual modules
With the exception of Writing
and presenting educational
research, you can take any
module from this programme
as an individual module.
A maximum of 60 credits may
be counted as credit towards
a further related award.
30 credit modules
< Approaches to
educational research
< Research methods
< Research and the theoretical feld
20 credit modules
< Qualitative data analysis
< Quantitative data analysis
10 credit modules
< Writing and presenting
Dissertation (40 credits)
This module can only be taken by
students registered on the MRes
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Programme timetable
Please note:
Students will also have access
to an online induction module
to help them become familiar
with the online environment.
The timetable shown above
applies to students starting their
study in October. Students who
start in January follow the same
timetable, with the exception
that they study Approaches
to educational research in the
October after their frst exams and
Research and the theoretical feld
in the October after their second
set of exams. January starters will
also begin their dissertation in
March of the second year, which
will be due for submission at the
end of the following February.
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The course tutors are
absolutely outstanding.
They have extensive
expertise in a wide range
of research methods
which has made my
study experience
thoroughly enriching.
Reda Mahajar
Reda Mahajar
MRes student, Syria
The course tutors are absolutely
outstanding. They have extensive
expertise in a wide range of
research methods which has made
my study experience thoroughly
enriching. The detailed and
very constructive feedback that
I have received from them has
proven to be truly intellectually
stimulating. Thanks to their
invaluable feedback, I am obtaining
far better grades in the course.
The defnitive advantage of the
distance learning study method is
that, despite the ongoing war in
Syria, it has enabled me to study at
a world renowned university. The
unfagging support I have received
from the MRes team has made it
possible for me to continue my
studies against all odds. I knew
from the beginning that studying
at a distance would take strong
determination and hard work, and
studying in a country that is going
through the devastation of war
means I need even more resolve
to succeed. So far, I have managed
to pull it of in spite of living in a
highly volatile situation. As they say:
where there is a will, there is a way.
Reda is based in Damascus and
plans to do a PhD following
his MRes. Read a prole on
Reda in our online magazine,
bit.ly/reda-majahar
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Module outlines
In Approaches to educational
research you will begin to think
about how to formulate research
projects, and how to frame
research in relation to existing
literature. The module then looks
at a variety of design strategies
before examining some of the key
methodological debates within
these various designs. Through this
module you will gain experience
of identifying, using and searching
specialised literature sources, and
of thinking about how to review
and work with the literature you
fnd. You will also create a portfolio
of research ideas and projects to
work with in subsequent modules.
Research methods involves
looking at a broad range of
methods of data collection,
including questionnaires, interviews,
focus groups, observations, and
document analysis. The module
provides a detailed consideration
of the procedures involved in using
these various research strategies,
and looks at how to match
methods appropriately to research
questions through refections on
the advantages and disadvantages
of each method. You will gain
practical experience of applying
and evaluating all of these methods
and a broad understanding
of the methodological issues
of their application.
Writing and presenting
educational research provides
you with a detailed understanding
of the diferent ways in which
educational research can be
communicated. By considering a
variety of forms of dissemination,
such as peer reviewed journals,
conference presentations, and
professional reports, the module
enables you to develop an
awareness of the importance
of writing style for the efective
communication of ideas.
Research and the theoretical
eld focuses on the role of
theory within research, and
explores the relationship between
epistemological claims, assumptions
and debates and research ideas.
It also looks at the ways in which
specifc theoretical orientations
may be put to work within research
to form analytic orientations.
Qualitative data analysis provides
a framework for approaching the
analysis of qualitative data. It looks
at various approaches to organizing,
representing and transcribing data
and involves working with data
in relation to a number of analytic
traditions including Thematic Analysis,
Critical Discourse Analysis, Rhetorical
Analysis and Conversation Analysis.
Quantitative data analysis
covers a wide range of methods
of quantitative data analysis
and deals with both conceptual
and practical aspects. The
module introduces exploratory
analysis, including descriptive
statistics for both summarising
univariate data and measures
of association for bivariate data,
hypothesis testing, and modeling
data by regression analysis.
The Dissertation module enables
you to create and work in detail
with an original piece of research.
Our interactive support network of
fellow students and research tutors
give you the opportunity to discuss
your research with other researchers.

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Entrance requirements
Academic requirement
for all programmes
A second class honours degree
or the equivalent from an
institution acceptable to the
University of London.
For the MRes
You must also be able to
demonstrate your interest
and experience in the feld
of educational research
or social research.

For the AELM
You must also have at least two
years relevant work experience.

English language
requirement
An advanced level of ability to
work in English is essential.
You must have passed a test of
profciency in English within the
previous three years, at the following
minimum level: IELTS (International
English Language Testing System),
with an overall grade of at least 7.5
(AELM/Education) / 7.0 (MRes), with
a minimum of 7.0 in each sub-test or
in TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign
Language) a score of 650 or 280 in
the computerised test plus a Test
of Written English (TWE) of at least
5.0 (AELM/Education) / 4.5 (MRes).
IT requirement
You will need a computer with
Internet access (a printer is optional).
If you already own a computer,
you can check if it meets the
minimum specifcations on the
respective Entrance requirements
web pages for each programme.
It may be possible to increase the
memory (RAM) and size of the hard
disk to meet these requirements.
If you are purchasing a new
computer it will almost certainly
meet these specifcations.
Please note: If you do not meet the
standard entrance requirements you
may still apply. Each application will
be considered on an individual basis
For further information on this
programme and details on how
to apply, please go to our website:
www.londoninternational.ac.uk/
education If you have any questions
or would like information about any
of the other subject areas we ofer,
please contact our Student Advice
Centre (details on back cover).
How to apply
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Gaining a prestigious University of London qualication
As an International
Programmes student, you
register with the University
of London for one of its
awards. The academic
direction of your programme
including the syllabus,
assessment, learning
resources and, where given,
academic support is the
responsibility of a particular
College, or consortium of
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College for the programmes
in this prospectus.
When you graduate
with a degree, diploma or
certifcate from the University
of London you will be sent
two documents a fnal
diploma (the parchment you
receive on graduation) and
a Diploma Supplement.
The fnal diploma indicates
that you were registered
with the University of
London and awarded
a University of London
degree or diploma, and
gives the name of the Lead
College which conducted
the examinations. The
University of London logo
and the Vice-Chancellors
signature are incorporated.
The Diploma Supplement
describes the nature, level and
content of the programme you
successfully completed and
includes a transcript of courses
taken and marks achieved, as
well as the overall classifcation. It
also provides further information
about the role of the Lead
College and method of study.
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The fees given below refer to the
2014-2015 academic year only and
are efective from 1 March 2014
until 30 November 2014. Fees,
which are subject to annual review,
include all core study materials
but are exclusive of the cost of
sitting examinations. This cost
varies and is payable to your local
examination authority. You can
choose to pay fees upfront or spread
payments over your study period.
Theinformationcontainedinthis leafet was correct at thedateof publicationbut maybesubject tochange. TheUniversitydoes not intendbypublicationor distributionof this leafet tocreateanycontractual or other
legal relationwithapplicants, registeredstudents, their advisers or anyother persons. For themost up-to-dateinformationpleasevisit our website. Copyright Universityof London. February2014.
MA 10,420
Postgraduate Diploma 8,145
Postgraduate Certifcate 4,595
These fees are made up of a one-
of registration fee of 1,045, plus
1,775 per module and 2,275 for
the dissertation (MA only). Students
taking an individual module for
professional development pay
a combined fee of 2,070.
MA 10,805
This fee is made up of a one-
of registration fee of 830, plus
1,680 per module and 3,255
for the dissertation. Students
taking an individual module for
professional development pay
a combined fee of 1,932.
MRes 8,705
Postgraduate Diploma 6,125
Postgraduate Certifcate 3,545
These fees are made up of a one-of
registration fee of 965, plus 430
per 10 credits. For example, the
module Approaches to educational
research is 30 credits, therefore
will cost 3 x 430 = 1,290
Students taking an individual
module for professional
development pay a combined fee
(individual modules will only run if
there is a viable cohort of students):
< 10 credit module: 430
< 20 credit module: 860
< 30 credit module: 1,290
Fees
Education Applied Educational
Leadership and
Management
Educational and
Social Research
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and fexible learning, from full degree programmes to
certifcates and individual courses/modules. For further
information, please visit our website or contact us at:
The Student Advice Centre, University of London
Stewart House, 32 Russell Square, London WC1B 5DN UK
Tel: +44 (0)20 7862 8360
Web: enquiries.londoninternational.ac.uk
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