ObjectivesThis course aims to build on the highly successful PGCE course, and is designed to enable teachers to enhance the teaching and learning of their specialist subject by critical reflection on a flexible range of CPD activity, as well as through classroom-based enquiry.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements
Candidates should normally hold an honours degree and have Qualified Teacher Status. All applicants are considered on the basis of relevant qualifications and experience.
Our standard English requirements for overseas applicants are: IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in each part), or TOEFL 575 with TWE 4 or above(paper-based), or TOEFL 234, TWE 4 or above (computer based) or equivalent.
Academic titleMA Applied Professional Studies in Education
Course descriptionCourse content
-Critical reflection on professional development 1
-Classroom-based inquiry
-Critical reflection on professional development 2
-Research methods in education.
Teaching
-Face-to-face teaching sessions in Sheffield
-Subject association sessions such as conference attendance and national and local workshops.
Assessment
-6,000-word assignments or portfolios for each module
-15,000-20,000-word dissertation.