Education Leadership MA

MAPostgraduateEducation

Part Time Available

Course Highlights

Develop inclusive, values-driven educational leadership grounded in evidence.
Study part-time while working, alongside expert academics and school leaders.
Recognises up to 60 credits of prior leadership learning.
Aligned with UAE and international educational standards.

What You'll Study

Taught part-time through evening and weekend sessions, combining seminars and workshops with self-guided study. Assessment is a mix of coursework and a final dissertation.

Recognised prior learning

Recognition of up to 60 credits of prior leadership learning or certification.

Prior Leadership Learning60 credits

Compulsory modules

Core taught modules developing school-improvement leadership.

Understanding School Improvement20 credits
Leadership for School Improvement20 credits

Plus an optional module (20 credits), for example:

Evaluation and Policy Analysis for Inclusive Education20 credits

Dissertation

An independent education dissertation (60 credits).

Dissertation60 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A 2:2 degree or above, with 60 postgraduate credits of prior learning or certification. Applicants must be working in an educational setting for the duration of the programme.

English: IELTS, TOEFL or PTE to the University's required level, or completion of a Presessional English course.

An academic reference is required with the application.

Careers

Graduates lead in schools, colleges and educational authorities, and progress into organisational strategy, professional development or doctoral research.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Programme Details

Award

Master of Arts (MA)

Start Date

September 2026

Typical Offer

2:2 honours degree

Duration

2 years

Qualification

Masters

Subject Area

Education

Campus

Dubai

Study Pattern

Part time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 41,136/yr

Apply online with your supporting documents. A non-returnable tuition deposit of AED 5,000 secures your place and is deducted from your total fees.

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What You'll Study

Taught part-time through evening and weekend sessions, combining seminars and workshops with self-guided study. Assessment is a mix of coursework and a final dissertation.

Recognised prior learning

Recognition of up to 60 credits of prior leadership learning or certification.

Prior Leadership Learning60 credits

Compulsory modules

Core taught modules developing school-improvement leadership.

Understanding School Improvement20 credits
Leadership for School Improvement20 credits

Plus an optional module (20 credits), for example:

Evaluation and Policy Analysis for Inclusive Education20 credits

Dissertation

An independent education dissertation (60 credits).

Dissertation60 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A 2:2 degree or above, with 60 postgraduate credits of prior learning or certification. Applicants must be working in an educational setting for the duration of the programme.

English: IELTS, TOEFL or PTE to the University's required level, or completion of a Presessional English course.

An academic reference is required with the application.