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Professional Development courses

Our taught Masters and Professional Development Programmes in the School of Education offer you an opportunity to participate in a distinctive range of courses across a variety of fields of study which are all linked to the research interests of members of staff.

MA Inclusion

The MA Inclusion is a flexible, part-time, online course, designed for those who want to make a difference to the lives of children, young people and adults with diverse needs and in a range of settings. The programme offers 4 pathways, to investigate inclusive practice through multiple lenses and specialisms.

Sensory programme

The MA/PGDip sensory programme is a flexible part time blended learning programme designed for those who want to make a difference to the lives of children and young people from 0-25 who are deaf, vision impaired or have multi-sensory (deafblindness) impairment. It offers 3 pathways with mandatory and non-mandatory qualifications available:

Other Special Education programmes

  • Dyslexia and Literacy Difficulties PGCert (Online)

    Master specialised strategies to support individuals with dyslexia and literacy challenges and transform your career with the Dyslexia and Literacy Difficulties MA at the University of Birmingham.

    • Qualification: Certificate
    • Delivery format: Online

MA Education

The MA Education draws upon the studies and experience of students on the programme to offer solutions to‘real-world’ educational problems.

  • Education MA

    Elevate your teaching career with the Education MA at the University of Birmingham. Gain advanced knowledge and skills in theory and practice, and become a leader in the field of education.

    • Qualification: Masters
    • Delivery format: In person

Professional Teacher Training

We have a number of programmes which focus on learning and school improvement.

  • Educational Leadership MA

    Develop advanced leadership skills, drive educational innovation, and make a significant impact in the field of education on the MA in Educational Leadership.

    • Qualification: Masters
    • Delivery format: Online and in person

  • Educational Leadership and Management MA

    Gain leadership skills and master strategic management techniques in educational settings with the MA in Educational Leadership and Management at the University of Birmingham.

    • Qualification: Masters
    • Delivery format: In person

  • Educational Leadership Level 7 Apprenticeship PGDip

    Our Level 7 apprenticeship provides a distinctive, evidence-focused programme that builds on the National Professional Qualifications and develops capacity for leadership and expert practice in school

    • Qualification: Diploma
    • Delivery format: Online and in person

  • Teaching Studies PGDip (Online)

    Deepen your educational knowledge, and advance your career in teaching with the PGDip Teaching Studies at the University of Birmingham..

    • Qualification: Diploma
    • Delivery format: Online

  • Teaching Studies MA (Online)

    Engage in advanced educational research, refine your pedagogical skills, and become a leader in innovative teaching practices.

    • Qualification: Masters
    • Delivery format: Online

Character Education

Through our pioneering Jubilee Centre, we offer the MA in Character Education and a short course on Character Education in Schools