Professional Practice MA

Bath Spa University

Gain an in-depth understanding of your current area of professional practice with our flexible MA. Designed for busy schedules, this course is suitable for working professionals. Choose from a variety of modules covering topics such as inclusive education and educational leadership. Some modules offer structured teaching while others are more research-based and focused on independent learning. Whichever modules you choose, you’ll develop your research skills in preparation for your dissertation. This extended research project culminates in a substantial thesis. What is a Master's in Professional Practice? A Master's in Professional Practice enables you to draw on your existing professional experience while you study for a postgraduate degree. You’ll bring your unique professional knowledge to your MA and later apply what you learn to your profession. With our support, you’ll develop your academic abilities and skills in education research. During the last phase of the course, you’ll produce a dissertation on a related topic of your choice. What you'll learnOverviewLearn to recognise and defend good professional practice. Analyse and evaluate your practice and develop a critical awareness of the issues that affect and inform your field. You’ll develop academic skills in education research and critical thinking. You'll also enhance your ability to communicate your findings. In your research modules, you’ll work independently on your chosen topic, critical review, or piece of academic writing, with support from our tutors. In your assignments, we encourage you to draw on your own practice. For example, you could complete action-based research at your current workplace or conduct a relevant literature review.CareersMaster's degrees are recognised both nationally and internationally. Our graduates can take their expertise into a range of settings and locations. You may be interested in progressing to educational management, training or related fields. Perhaps you’ll take your studies to PhD level or move into a higher education career. This flexible Professional Practice MA is suitable for applicants at various stages of their career. Many of our students are early career teachers. This course enables them to develop professionally while building on their prior learning and qualifications.

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