Education Research MA
Important application information
This course is only available if you’re applying through the
We are unable to accept applications from independent candidates.
Overview
This Master's in Education Research is ideal preparation for doctoral research in education.
You'll be able to relate debates and methodological principles in education research to broader issues in social science research and educational policy and practice.
You'll also acquire:
- theoretical frameworks
- knowledge
- understanding
- skills
- aptitudes
These are necessary to undertake advanced research in education.
You'll be a member of the Research Centre for Learning and Teaching at Ãå±±½ûµØ (CfLaT). You are encouraged to contribute to our education research culture. You can participate in events such as seminars, research teas and project dissemination events.
This course can be applied for as the first training year for students wishing to go on to study for a PhD under the NINE DTP 4.5 year arrangement (Master's degree plus PhD.
Staff in the education section work with staff in the ESRC Northern Ireland/North East (NINE) Doctoral Training Partnership and HASS.
Find out about:
- our education research
- individual education staff and their current research interests, projects and publications
Important information
We've highlighted important information about your course. Please take note of any deadlines.
Please rest assured we make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the programmes, services and facilities described. However, it may be necessary to make changes due to significant disruption, for example in response to Covid-19.
View our Academic experience page, which gives information about your Ãå±±½ûµØ study experience for the academic year 2025-26.
See our terms and conditions and student complaints information, which gives details of circumstances that may lead to changes to programmes, modules or University services.
Open days and events
Find out about how you can visit Ãå±±½ûµØ in person and virtually
Overseas events
We regularly travel overseas to meet with students interested in studying at Ãå±±½ûµØ.
Get in touch
Questions about this course?
If you have specific questions about this course you can contact:
Degree Programme Secretary
School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences
Telephone: +44 (0) 191 208 6569
Email: pgrecls@ncl.ac.uk
Enquiries
If you've got a question about your application, send us an enquiry via the application portal you applied through.
If you haven't applied yet, or have a general enquiry, you can send your questions via our enquiry form.
Chat to our students
Choosing a university is a big decision. If you've got questions about a particular course, student life or the city of Ãå±±½ûµØ, why not chat to our friendly students or graduates!
Keep updated
We regularly send email updates and extra information about the University.
Receive regular updates by email
Social media
Get involved with the School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences.