MA in Education with Pedagogy

Our Master's in education with pedagogy is a top-up qualification that will enable you to transfer credits from a PGCE or iPGCE and build on them to gain a full Master's degree focusing on teaching and learning.

MA in Education with Pedagogy

Key details

  • Duration

    18 months
  • Location

    online
  • Cost

    £4,600 plus VAT (as applicable)
  • Funding

    self-funded
  • Level

    EYFS, primary and secondary

Course description

This tutor-supported, online course aims to help you to develop your knowledge of pedagogical practices and consider the learning environments that you create as a teacher, as well as giving you the chance to conduct research into aspects of education that matter to you.

Our MA in Education with Pedagogy course will help you to:

  • Gain a full Master's degree focused on teaching and learning

  • Develop your academic and professional knowledge, honing real expertise in your field

  • Undertake critical academic research that is reflective, systematic and rigorous and will enable you to have a significant professional impact

  • Engage in key educational processes underpinning development and action, such as critical analysis and reflection, critical enquiry and research, action planning and evaluation, and collaborative learning

Entry requirements

To join our Master's in education with pedagogy course you must:

  • Be working in a school in a teaching role so that you can undertake the research required

  • Have notified your school of your intention to take the MA

  • Hold 60 credits at Level 7 in education (usually an iPGCE or PGCE): If you don’t hold the 60 level 7 credits required, you may still be eligible to start via our ACL (Accreditation of Certificated Learning) route – see our FAQs for more information

  • Have access to a personal computer or laptop and an internet connection

  • If English is not your first language and you do not hold an English qualification, you may be asked to provide an IELTS score of 6.5

Don't have enough Level 7 credits? We’ve got you covered!

We understand that not everyone has the required 60 Level 7 credits or a postgraduate qualification like an iPGCE or PGCE. If you have significant professional experience you may still be eligible to join our MA in Education with Pedagogy course through our AEL (Accreditation of Experiential Learning) route.

How it works:

  • Demonstrate significant professional experience during application
  • Submit a 3,000-word fully referenced portfolio showcasing your relevant work experience and ability to write critically
  • The portfolio will be assessed against the course learning outcomes
  • If successful, the portfolio will be awarded 60 credits and you’ll be able to use this to enrol onto the course

Throughout this process, you’ll receive guidance and support to help you prepare your portfolio. The cost for this process is £500, which includes our assessment and full tutor support.

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Course delivery

Our MA is delivered via our award-winning online platform, Tes Learn, through a course of self-study sessions, guided reading, online lectures and seminars. You'll be supported by a dedicated pathway tutor, throughout your course.

Provided in partnership with University of East London (UEL), it blends teaching theory with classroom practice and draws upon decades of practical, classroom-based teaching expertise and higher education provision. 

Your course will consist of three core modules:

  • Pedagogy

  • Culture and Diversity

  • The Applied Project

The course will take 18 months to complete.

Course leader

Jo Knight course leader image


Joanne Knight

I am a dedicated educator with a commitment to enhancing the professional growth. Throughout my career, I have focused on the development of teachers at all stages of their careers. With over 15 years of hands-on experience teaching secondary science and a decade in senior leadership roles, my expertise has revolved around the improvement of teaching and learning.

I have worked for Tes for the past 7 years, I started as a pathway tutor on the SKE and iPGCE courses and I am currently Head of Programme Delivery for the master's in education with pedagogy and have led on the international and domestic (UK) postgraduate certificate in education (iPGCE and PGCE). My passion lies in empowering teachers from around the world to develop evidence-based practice. I am particularly committed to motivating and enabling teachers to hone their teaching and expertise in areas that they are passionate about.

Course fees and funding

Our MA in Education with Pedagogy course costs £4,600 plus VAT (where applicable). 

A 10% discount will be offered to learners who are able to provide a copy of their iPGCE or PGCE certificate from Tes Institute, reducing their fee to £4,140 plus VAT (where applicable).

Jasmin's story

MA graduate
The programme offers a unique and rewarding learning experience that can significantly enhance your professional skills and knowledge.
Jasmin Filz, MA Graduate

Course start dates

Masters In Education with Pedagogy application deadline Masters In Education with Pedagogy start date
Friday 20th December 2024 Monday 20th January 2025
Friday 21st March 2025 Monday 21st April 2025
Friday 22nd August 2025 Monday 22nd September 2025

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