Education Leadership MA

MAPostgraduateEducation

Part Time Available

Course Highlights

Accredited by UAE Ministry of Education, ensuring recognised qualifications aligned with regional and global educational standards.
Part-time, research-informed programme tailored for working professionals, combining theory with practical leadership applications.
Engage with expert academics and school leaders to develop skills in inclusive, values-driven leadership and school improvement.
Focus on critical analysis and evidence-based practices, equipping you to challenge and enhance current educational systems.
Gain a globally recognised teaching certificate that's accredited by a top 100 UK University
Develop as a teaching professional while studying in the UAE
Build high-demand skills aligned with UK and UAE standards, enhancing career prospects with employers.

What You'll Study

Teaching is led by experienced academics and school leaders, delivered through a combination of evening classes and monthly Saturday meetings, designed to accommodate working professionals. Designed for working professionals, with evening classes and monthly Saturday sessions to accommodate your busy schedule. Engage with expert academics and school leaders from an international context. Develop capacity for rigorous and critical analysis of evidence from research and evidence from practice in improving schools.

Modules

Dissertation60 credits
Leadership for School Improvement20 credits
Prior Leadership Learning60 credits
Understanding School Improvement20 credits

There is also one 20 credit optional module.

Evaluation and Policy Analysis for Inclusive Education

Entry Requirements

Academic: A degree (equivalent to a UK Bachelors Degree of at least 2:2 or above) or a recognised equivalent qualification and this will be a condition of any offer where the degree has not already been awarded. 60 postgraduate credits of prior learning or certification. All applicants must be working in an educational setting for the duration of the programme. Two references, of which one must be academic (e.g. previous university tutor) and one professional, that confirms your current role in an educational setting and evidences your motivation and ability to study. A Personal Statement (minimum 500 - 700 words) on your motivation for and commitment to this programme of study as well as information about your leadership experience in an educational context. You should refer to any leadership programmes you have attended, any Master’s level credits already awarded, any mentoring experience you have gained and/or your involvement in school projects that demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of leadership in an educational context.

English: To study at the University, you must be able to demonstrate a good level of written and spoken English. Many applicants do this by submitting a recent IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE result, or by completing a Presessional English course. The level of English language proficiency required varies depending on your level of study and subject area. You can view the full English language requirements, including accepted tests and required scores, on our entry requirements page for the Dubai campus.

Careers

The MA Education (Leadership) offers broad career possibilities, enabling you to lead in schools, colleges, or educational authorities. Whether you aim to influence organisational strategy, lead professional development, or pursue further research through a PhD, this programme provides the theoretical foundation and practical experience needed to drive school improvement. You'll be well-prepared to use evidence-based practices to challenge and enhance educational leadership. We’re consistently one of the top UK universities targeted by leading graduate employers (High Fliers Research Report 2026) Be in high demand with employers, building a wide range of professional skills linked to UK and UAE standards. In a competitive global market, you need to be ready for work before you graduate. At the University of Birmingham Dubai, our careers services will help you plan and achieve your ambitions. Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network Dubai information, advice, and guidance service offers support to help you identify your options, develop your skills and gain access to opportunities that propel you towards your career goal.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

This programme is accredited by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Programme Details

Award

Master of Arts

Start Date

September 2026

Duration

2 years

Qualification

Masters

Subject Area

Education

Campus

Dubai

Study Pattern

Part time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 41,136/yr

Tuition for September 2026 entry: AED 41,136 per year. To apply for a postgraduate programme, you will need to submit your application and supporting documents online. Choosing to study with the University of Birmingham Dubai is an exciting decision and you may have many questions on what to do next. Find out more on our 'How to Apply' page. Apply directly through the University of Birmingham Dubai Admissions portal (not UCAS); there is no application fee. A non-refundable AED 5,000 tuition deposit is payable on accepting an offer and is deducted from your fees. Decisions are usually issued within 10 working days.

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