Overview

The content of the Education (Independent Distance Learning) programme of the University of Sunderland is entirely delivered through distance learning, making it a very flexible way to achieve a Masters qualification.

This programme is taught using web-based materials. Many modules have quite open content so that you have the flexibility to pursue your personal interests.

Career ready

On completing this course your skills and understanding will be enhanced for roles in teaching, educational management and other educational settings. Higher salaries are available for teachers who take on additional responsibilities if teaching in the UK.
In the UK higher salaries are available for those who develop their professionalism and achieve the status of Excellent Teacher or Advanced Skills Teacher. The salary for an Advanced Skills Teacher can be in the region of £57,000. For those who take on additional management responsibility, the salary for a head teacher can be over £100,000 a year.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Criticality
Research Methods in Education
Mentoring and Coaching
Leading Organisational Effectiveness in Education and Training
Assessment: Theory into Pedagogic Practice
The Nature of Teaching and Learning

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00

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More details

Most courses are open for applications all year round – but we’d highly recommend applying at least six months before the start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

We usually require applicants to hold at least a second class honours degree (usually a 2:1) or equivalent.

We also expect you to have experience of teaching or training, following your graduation from your first degree.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

8500 GBP / year

≈ 8500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8500 GBP / year

≈ 8500 GBP / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Education (Independent Distance Learning).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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Overview

Career ready

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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