MSc Education

Education is evolving. Digital learning, curriculum reform, and social injustice are major factors shaping education today. (University Business, July 2025). Our Masters in Education equips you with the knowledge to play your part in addressing these challenges. The course is suitable whether you’re already working in education or looking to switch careers to a non-teaching role in the sector. Develop impactful skills As you study our Education Masters degree you’ll learn about: different approaches to education around the world, and the philosophies that underpin them; the relationship between education and social justice, and how to approach it in your specific area of education; conducting research projects that get meaningful results; the impact of education policy and how policies can be developed to ensure better outcomes. Specialise in key areas On our MSC Education you will study education philosophy, policy, social justice and research methods. You'll tailor your experience to specialise in digital education, climate change education, curriculum, or educational leadership. You can also combine modules from our different specialisms to focus in on the areas best suited to you. The course is completed with an in-depth original dissertation. A reputable leader in education Our Education Masters degree is delivered by experts with a reputation for excellence. Education at Stirling ranks top 15 in the UK by the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. Our research in Education is also recognised as being in the top 20 in the UK for impact and research environment (REF 2021). Our staff contribute to global conversations about Education policy and practice, and will bring the latest ideas from the field into the classroom. We draw on case studies from contemporary education practice and policy from around the world. This ensures when you graduate with a Masters degree in Education from Stirling, you’re fully prepared for the next exciting step in your career. Each module also includes guest lectures from professionals in the field, visiting academics and key authors.; You will learn via blended learning opportunities, including face-to-face seminars and lectures, digital platforms which will help you to progress your learning online and you will also receive online and face-to-face lecturer support and feedback throughout the course. The Masters in Education aims to: develop innovative, critical thinking, subject specialists and informed, innovative, critical and contemporary thinkers. You will be able to make an impact in the field of education, with a particular focus on Digital Learning, Leadership and Curriculum; equip you to become a digitally literate leader, with social justice at the centre of your knowledge production and education practice; create partnership and knowledge exchange opportunities for the university, students and staff, through creating links with potential partnership institutions, international learning hubs and knowledge transfer initiatives.

A minimum of a second class honours degree or equivalent. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate/relevant work experience are encouraged to apply.