Join UEL's MA Leadership in Education Programme What is this programme about? Take this opportunity to learn how to make the changes you wish to see in your education setting, as backed by recent research. We will develop your knowledge and skills in education theory, education leadership and change management so that you can be the change you wish to see in education. This programme combines the theoretical knowledge from an MA Education with the practical tools required to drive meaningful change within the education sector. It is an exciting opportunity to innovate and to be inspired! Who can apply? You can come from a wide range of educational contexts such as teaching and leadership in schools and colleges, HE, adult education/training, nursing, social work, and police training. You just need a 2:2 at undergraduate and current experience working in education. No current leadership experience is required. I am busy and work full-time. Can it fit around my work? All Masters study requires time commitment, but we do our best to ensure it can fit into your working life. What’s more, it will likely increase your passion for working in education and boost your future career! This course is part-time, with evening-only study and a maximum of 1 session per weekday evening. We also build in reading and writing time and observe most school holidays as ‘reading weeks.’ Plus, there are no exams to study for. Our assessment is 100% coursework-based and there is plenty of academic writing support available to you. Access our high-quality education at a discount: Do you have an NPQ or PGCE? You could apply up to 60 credits from these programmes to significantly reduce the study time and cost. Plus, if you have studied with UEL before, or are a PGCE mentor in one of our training schools, you are entitled to 15% off the MA Leadership in Education programme with UEL. Why wait? You can apply here to begin this course in September 2024 – applications take minutes but the impact on your development, student attainment and career prospects will be life-changing. Funding: Alongside the career-boosting and professional skills potential of gaining a Masters, it can be worth over £100k in life-time earnings – it is an investment in your future. See UEL funding and Government MA student loans here. “Our current students say that they are utilising the change management ideas and their research in practice in their settings! They now feel more confident to speak up in meetings, to suggest and lead improvements in their contexts and feel a new found passion for their role in education.” For more information & to apply please click here to visit our website, and click here to view our digital flyer. You can also contact the course leader Hannah Fox directly: h.fox@uel.ac.uk. NPQs: If you would prefer to apply for an NPQ, please see our website here. Please note, funding for NPQs is changing with our NPQH still fully government funded. When you apply, the portal will let you know if your place is fully funded on any other programme you wish to apply for.
UEL's Creative Industries Festival: We want your involvement! This September, a new industry leading festival will be the perfect opportunity for you to connect, network and learn from the best of the UK creative and business communities. It will be hosted across UEL campuses and East London, with the main festival hub at the Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability on the Docklands campus. Over four days, this creative industry specific festival will celebrate and showcase talent; host leading industry panels, talks and interactive workshops; invite creative sector recruiters and agencies to meet next generation creatives; and provide high level networking that will lead to greater job opportunities. The festival is open to creative communities across London, including creative talent, students and graduates, academics, entrepreneurs, researchers, policymakers and everyone with a passion for the Creative Industries. The festival will be a platform for change, bringing together business and industry professionals, educators, future talent, and local communities to share knowledge, develop collaborations, initiate future innovations and start conversations to bring positive change to stakeholders throughout the creative industries. So how can you get involved? Let us know if you would like to showcase your talent by having an exhibition, installation, performance or participate in workshops, talks, the hackathon, panel discussion or events. To register your interest in showcasing email alowe2@uel.ac.uk. At the festival there will also be plenty of time to discover new job opportunities, get careers and enterprise advice, meet agents and recruiters and build your network for future career success. Register via Eventbrite here to attend the festival.
Psychology and EDUCOM Grad Connect We are delighted to announce the launch of two new exclusive LinkedIn Connect Groups for Psychology students and recent graduates, and EDUCOM Students and recent graduates aimed at assisting you in all your career needs. In these LinkedIn groups, you can expect to find: • Tips and tricks to help you on your career endeavours • Career Zone workshops and services to equip you for your chosen career • Job opportunities to gain essential and transferrable skills • Events to boost your networking skills and so much more We believe these groups will be an excellent resource for you to connect with like-minded individuals and industry professionals, expand your knowledge and skillset, and ultimately, achieve your career aspirations. Click here to join UEL Psychology Grad Connect today to take the first step towards a successful career! Click here to join UEL EDUCOM Grad Connect today to take the first step towards a successful career! Online MA in Special & Additional Learning Needs: Applications Open for the September 2024 Intake! If you are seeking to advance your career in Special and Additional Learning Needs, the Online Masters in Special and Additional Learning Needs might be the right fit for you. This programme is developed jointly by the School of Education and Communities, University of East London (UEL) and the Institute of Child Education and Psychology (ICEP) Europe. It is curated for individuals interested in Special and Additional Learning Needs, both in the UK and internationally, including those who have achieved a National Award in Special Educational Needs Coordination (SENCo) and want to progress to an MA qualification. It is also particularly suitable for teachers, psychologists and other allied professionals working in educational settings who wish to deepen and extend their existing knowledge of inclusive education and evidence-based approaches in order to respond effectively to the needs of their students. Delivered entirely online, this international programme offers ongoing support from experienced tutors, fostering engagement through class discussions and online tutorials. Completion is achievable within 2 years! Participants can personalise their learning journey by selecting modules aligning with their interests and educational contexts. Modules include Inclusive Education, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Dyslexia and Literacy, Exceptionally Able Learners and Understanding Behaviour. The programme's online format and the flexibility to pay for modules on an individual basis cater to professionals with busy schedules, offering the flexibility to earn a recognized University qualification regardless of location. Interested? Apply now for the September 2024 intake! For more information about the programme, click here. To join our upcoming webinar and address your queries, click here. To hear from a recent graduate about their firsthand experience, click here. |