GBP 32,000
Educational Planning, Economics and International Development MA
University College London (UCL)London, United Kingdom
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Program Details
- Degree
- Masters
- Area of study
- Education
- Timing
- Full time
- Course Language
- English
Program Overview
Introduction to the MA in Educational Planning, Economics, and International Development
The MA in Educational Planning, Economics, and International Development is a unique course that brings economic perspectives to educational planning and analysis with a global outlook. This program is designed for individuals looking to develop their career in education policy, planning, and analysis with a global perspective.
Course Overview
The course provides students with an opportunity to understand and critique the interconnections between education, society, and the economy and their implications for educational planning. It offers opportunities to develop the skills of program design and evaluation, including through the application of analytic tools such as theories of change and evaluation frameworks. The application of economic principles to educational planning issues is a core focus of the course.
Entry Requirements
Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or an equivalent overseas qualification is required. Relevant experience living/working in a low or middle-income context/country and relating to educational planning, economics of education, and/or international development is normally required. Applicants who do not meet these criteria may occasionally be considered on the basis of an excellent personal statement.
English Language Requirements
The English language level for this course is: Level 2. UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are available for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL.
Tuition Fees
- UK students:
- Full-time: ｣14,200
- Part-time: ｣7,100
- International students:
- Full-time: ｣32,000
- Part-time: ｣16,000
Duration and Study Mode
The course can be studied full-time over 1 calendar year, part-time over 2 calendar years, or flexibly over a maximum of 5 years. It is available on campus, online (distance), or a combination of both (mixed mode).
Compulsory Modules
- Dissertation on Educational Planning, Economics and International Development
- Planning for Education and Development
- Education and International Development: Concepts, Theories and Issues
- Economic Perspectives on Education Policy
Optional Modules
- African Studies and Education
- Gender, Education and Development
- Education and Muslim Communities
- Promoting Health and Wellbeing: Planning, Practice and Participation
- Learners, Learning and Teaching in the Context of Education for All
- Education during Emergency Situations
- Education, Conflict and Peace
- Reimagining `disaster education': perspectives and methodologies
- Migration, Education and Development
- Introduction to Quantitative Methods for Social Sciences
Career Prospects
Graduates are currently working in a variety of roles in education consultancies, government agencies, universities, UN organizations, think tanks, international schools, ministries of education, UK civil service, international NGOs. The degree provides an excellent platform from which to pursue and develop a career that draws on the analytic skills and techniques required for educational planning and economic analysis globally.
Teaching and Learning
The course is delivered by lectures, seminars, participant-led presentations, discussions based on selected readings, inputs by guest speakers, group work, and debates. Many modules, including the compulsory modules, are available through online learning and may be studied remotely. Students' work is assessed through a variety of methods, including coursework essays, other written assignments, oral presentations, group projects, examinations, and a sustained research study in the form of a dissertation.
Fieldwork
Students may opt to conduct fieldwork research as part of their dissertation research, but this is not required. If students undertake fieldwork, it must be self-funded.
Accessibility
The department will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities, including those with long-term health conditions, neurodivergence, learning differences, and mental health conditions. Details of the accessibility of UCL buildings can be obtained from AccessAble. Further information about support available can be obtained from UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services.
About University
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Services
Student services
UCL is committed to providing an inclusive learning and working environment where students and staff of all religions, and none, can thrive.
- Their Student Support and Wellbeing team of expert wellbeing, disability and mental health staff provide a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space, in which you can discuss any issues that may be affecting your ability to study.
- UCL's Student Centre houses a large prayer room and a small room for silent prayer and meditation.
- UCL has schemes to help students who are facing financial difficulties The university provides support to international students, such as assistance with visas
- A Personal Tutor is on hand to help you settle into UCL through practical guidance and support.
Housing services
UCL provides a range of accommodation for graduate students. Our halls vary in size, facilities and history. Whatever stage you are at and whatever questions you have, the UCL Accommodation team is there to help and get you settled in quickly
Library services
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