Sociology of Education MA

The Sociology of Education MA provides students with the opportunity to review current developments in scholarship and research concerning the social, cultural and political dynamics of educational continuity and change. It offers a grounding in a range of sociological theories and perspectives as they relate to education; students are invited to develop their own analytic, critical and empirical research skills.

The programme is designed for those involved in, or intending to be involved in, education and related areas of professional work such as teachers, educational researchers, advisors, administrators and community workers. Some of our students when they start the degree are employed in education settings and education-related roles, from school teachers to community or adult educators and policy analysts; others come to the MA directly from undergraduate study in the humanities and social sciences, including sociology, policy studies, cultural and education studies; and others take up the MA directly from their teaching degree. Our UK and international students come from a range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds and have diverse educational, professional and life experiences. We emphasise sociological knowledge and interest in our programme. Please note that the MA Sociology of Education is not a teacher training programme.