MA Early Childhood Education
School of Education, Faculty of Social Sciences
Education professionals from all over the world come to us for masters courses that advance their careers. We have a long-standing reputation for excellence in research and teaching.
About the course2-3 years part-time distance learning This course is a blend of distance learning and face-to-face teaching. It's open to early childhood professionals anywhere in the world, including early years practitioners, FE and HE lecturers, teachers, nursery nurses, voluntary and independent providers, and inspectors and managers working in areas relevant to early childhood. Wherever you are in the world, you'll develop the skills you need to carry out high-quality educational research relevant to your own culture. The course gives you a clearer understanding of the policies, practice and theories that underpin your work as a practitioner. You'll discuss international approaches and educational change with leading experts. Entry requirementsAn honours degree and two years' experience of working full-time with or for young children. If you don't have a first degree, you can register for the diploma and transfer to a masters course when you've completed enough coursework. English language requirementsOverall IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or equivalent. Entry requirements for international students
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TeachingYou'll study mostly at home, staying in contact with your tutor by telephone, post and email. You must attend five residential weekends in Sheffield during the two years of the course. Assessment
On completion, you'll have the opportunity to apply for doctoral study on the Early Childhood Education EdD at Sheffield Fees and fundingFinancial information for postgraduate taught courses Any questions?If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us: E: MAECE@sheffield.ac.uk |
Where your masters can take youOur postgraduate courses are designed specifically to either launch your career in education or to aid continuing professional development. Graduates from our courses work in schools, universities, local and national government both in the UK and overseas. Some will be directly involved in the delivery of education as teachers and lecturers whilst others will utilise their skills in a variety of careers covering policy development, education, administration, psychology and social work. Why your masters mattersWe value creative teaching that challenges inequalities in the education system. We believe in increasing opportunities for education, for everyone. You'll benefit from this inclusive approach, as a student and as a professional. Our research and teaching quality are independently rated as excellent. Our portfolio of postgraduate programmes is taught by internationally renowned leading academics. Our friendly, supportive and stimulating learning environment will develop your theoretical and applied knowledge of education issues. We try to give you as much choice as we can. You can even take modules from other courses if you like. Our research and teaching are independently rated as excellent.Specialist resourcesWe make sure our research feeds directly into our teaching. Our research seminar programme gives you access to the latest findings, often before they’re published. You'll have access to the University's extensive library resources, including online catalogues and databases, e-books and e-journals. Apply nowYou can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process. |
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