This MA empowers you to inspire and support colleagues by taking a hands-on approach to hone your mentorship skills.
This flexible course can be studied full, or part time to fit around other commitments and the modular structure means that you can study to PG Cert, PG Dip or MA level.
About this course
This is an excellent development opportunity for those working in a range of education-related settings. If you are involved in helping colleagues or students hone their skills, have a management or leadership role, or are seeking to enhance your skills to support career development, this course can support your journey.
You may be engaged in nurturing trainee teachers or those in the early career phase. Or you could be considering a career change, offering consultancy to school leaders and supporting their professional development. Working with experts in the field, this programme combines their and practice, making sure that your learning is based in real life contexts
The School of Education has a strong track record of working across an extensive partnership of schools, charities, not-for-profit organisations and governmental and non-governmental organisations. This programme will appeal to those from a range of backgrounds, creating a community where diverse perspectives and experiences can enrich the learning of the whole group.
We offer modules in both the daytime and evenings, so you can find a pattern of delivery that fits with your other commitments, whether you are working, volunteering or studying full time. In 2024-25 you can choose evening modules from: Coaching and Mentoring, Early Childhood, Leadership and Management or Social Justice and Community Engagement as well as the mandatory modules shared by all pathways.
Module options
For a full Masters degree, you'll study 180 credits over the duration of your course. Some programmes offer a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) qualification or a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) qualification. For a PGDip, you'll study 120 credits, and for a PGCert, you'll study 60 credits.
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Effective Approaches to Coaching and Mentoring
Explore models and approaches to coaching and mentoring, including historical perspectives from diverse contexts. You will consider in detail the defining features of coaching and mentoring in general and the importance of coaching and mentoring skills in education settings in particular. Coaching and mentoring approaches are evaluated and considered in relation to your own professional development.
core
30 credits
Critical Perspectives on Coaching and Mentoring
This module explores principles and practice relating to coaching and mentoring. You will explore the challenges of how and when to implement coaching and mentoring and or evaluate existing coaching and mentoring practice in an educational setting.
core
30 credits
Contemporary and Critical Issues in Education: Theory, Policy and Context
This module forms an essential component of your masters programme. It supports the development of key skills that are necessary for study at Level 7, including the development of core and essential skills relating to critical reflection and critical analysis, alongside an introduction to critical theory. It allows engagement with issues relating to specialist areas relevant to your programme of study while also opening up avenues for broader exploration. Drawing on diverse perspectives from a range of global contexts, it ensures that education is explored across broad and diverse perspectives.
core
30 credits
Research Methodologies (Education)
You will explore cutting edge research methodologies used in education, developing your critical understanding of how they can be used to address real world problems. An inquiry-based teaching approach will enable you to work with peers to weigh the merits of each in terms of their suitability for particular contexts and issues.
core
30 credits
Extended Research Project (Education)
This module provides you with an opportunity to apply your knowledge and research skills in the field of education. Supported via dedicated course tutors, your dissertation supervisor, and high-quality workshops and online content, you will undertake an independent research project on a topic related to your programme of study. This will allow you to apply your skills in real-world contexts and gain an understanding of conducting and reporting on research. This module will help you develop key transferable skills for both the workplace and further study.
core
60 credits
Our academics
You’ll receive excellent support from experienced academic staff who are both researchers and practitioners in education.
Our research is committed to combating societal inequalities, driving social and educational change to promote fairness, equity, and social justice.
Lee Fallin
Lecturer in Education Studies & Director of MA Education Programmes
Jonathan Glazzard
Rosalind Hollis Professor of Education for Social Justice
Entry Requirements
What do I need?
When it comes to applying for this Postgraduate Taught degree, you'll need an Undergraduate degree (or equivalent). For this course, you'll need a 2:2 from a relevant bachelor's degree.
The programme is designed for graduates who have a studied a subject that is relevant to this course.
If you’re an undergraduate student at Hull, you’re guaranteed a fast-track route to this postgraduate degree, as long as you meet the entry requirements.
In order to ensure our students have a rich learning and student experience, most of our programmes have a mix of domestic and international students. We reserve the right to close applications early to either group if application volumes suggest that this blend cannot be achieved.
Typical offer
2:2 in a relevant subject area
A minimum of 2.2 Honours degree (or international equivalent) in a subject relevant to the field of Education is generally required.
Fees & Funding
How much is it?
Scholarships
We offer a number of awards, bursaries and scholarships for eligible students. They’re awarded for a variety of reasons including academic achievement and/or to help those on lower incomes.
Scholarships and bursaries are separate to student loans. And the best bit is, you don’t pay a penny back.
Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship
University of Hull undergraduates progressing to a taught masters course may receive a 20% discount on the cost of their tuition fees.
Find out if you’re eligible by visiting the University of Hull Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship page.
See more Scholarships
We offer a range of scholarships and awards to students at the university to help with their financial load.
To view all of our scholarships and determine whether you're eligible, please visit our Scholarships and Awards page.
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Future Prospects
On this distinctive course, you'll explore the latest educational theories and concepts as well as the important issues and policies that shape the field. The best part? You won't just be building your knowledge, you'll also develop academic skills that will make you a valuable contributor to your chosen learning community.
On earning your MA Coaching and Mentoring in Education degree, you could train to become a teacher, get into educational administration or even dive into research. But that's not all. You might find your calling working in education services in museums or arts organisations, educational publishing or policy development.
Take your career to the next level
Like what you’ve seen? Then it’s time to apply.
Make your application online now, and our admissions team will get back to you as soon as possible to make you an offer.
Not ready to apply yet?
We regularly deliver virtual and on-campus events to help you discover your perfect postgraduate course, whether it’s a subject you already love or something completely different. Our events are an opportunity for you to chat to tutors and current students and find out about the career options a postgraduate degree could lead to.