Course modules
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Further guidance on modules
Modules are designated core or optional in accordance with professional body requirements, as applicable, and LJMU’s Academic Framework Regulations. Whilst you are required to study core modules, optional modules provide you with an element of choice. Their availability may vary and will be subject to meeting minimum student numbers.
Where changes to modules are necessary these will be communicated as appropriate.
Core modules
Leading Change
20 credits
20 credits
Leading Effective Teams
20 credits
20 credits
Contemporary Issues in Education
20 credits
20 credits
Developing Critical Professional Practice
20 credits
20 credits
Research Design
20 credits
20 credits
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LJMU has an excellent employability record with 96% (HESA 2018) of our postgraduates in work or further study six months after graduation. Our applied learning techniques and strong industry connections ensure our students are fully prepared for the workplace on graduation and understand how to apply their knowledge in a real world context.
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Qualification requirements
Alternative qualifications considered
For standard entry, students will meet the following criteria as a minimum: Have a first degree in a related area - classification normally a minimum of 2.2 Honours or equivalent, of a UK university. Or equivalent overseas qualification. Applicants who have successfully completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCEi) with Westford University College as the approved Teaching Institution, may be considered for advanced entry on to the MA Leadership in Education. This remains subject to the University's regulations on Advanced Standing in Postgraduate Awards and approval by the Faculty Recognition Group. The PGCEi would count as 60 credits towards the MA Leadership in Education programme with exemptions for 7511ELED; 7514ELED; 7515ELED. Students will need to complete the following modules once they join the MA Leadership in Education: [7512ELED; 7513ELED; 7516ELED; 7517ELED] A student should have had their complete education and qualifications in an English medium school and College/HEI, or have achieved an IELTS score of 6.0 overall for admission to the programme.
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The University reserves the right to withdraw or make alterations to a course and facilities if necessary; this may be because such changes are deemed to be beneficial to students, are minor in nature and unlikely to impact negatively upon students or become necessary due to circumstances beyond the control of the University. Where this does happen, the University operates a policy of consultation, advice and support to all enrolled students affected by the proposed change to their course or module.