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Education (Management and Leadership), MSc, University of Southampton

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University of Southampton

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About Education (Management and Leadership), MSc - at University of Southampton

Our master's in Education Management and Leadership will equip you with the tools you need to analyse and synthesise research and policy alongside internationally recognised tutors on educational leadership and school effectiveness. Education at the University of Southampton is ranked 14th in the UK (The Complete University Guide, 2025).

  • Carrying out world-leading research in higher education, social justice and inclusive education, educational effectiveness, mathematics, science and health education
  • Covering the full spectrum, from early years to post-compulsory and lifelong learning

You will have the opportunity to explore the best in professional knowledge and practice, cutting edge research, and evaluation evidence in a variety of educational contexts. The ultimate aim of the programme is to develop and improve your knowledge as educational leaders so that you may impact institutional change.

On our MSc Education Management and Leadership you'll learn to:

  • engage in institutional and professional development and respond to best practice from a global perspective.
  • develop the professional skills required to meet the challenges of continuous change and its potential impact upon those who manage and lead schools, public and private sector institutions, and other teachers and educational practitioners.
  • improve your knowledge, understanding and practice as educational managers and leaders by critically analysing and synthesising national, international research and policy, plus to communicate outcomes in clear and convincing ways so as to enhance institutional performance.

You'll join a close-knit and diverse learning community, we offer an exceptional academic experience, with small-group teaching that allows you to explore topics in depth and plenty of support to ensure you achieve your potential. You'll graduate with the skills to analyse the challenges facing education as a clear, confident, and comprehensive educational leader.

Entry requirements for this course

Contact University of Southampton to find course entry requirements.

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