Course Overview

The MA Education (Children and Young People’s Mental Health) has been designed to meet the interests and professional development needs of a range of professionals who are working in education and related settings, such as health and social care and social services. The program explores different conceptualizations of mental health, examines the risk and protective factors which influence mental health, and considers the benefits of a whole-school approach to mental health. You will also engage in meaningful and impactful research and enhance your understanding of the nature of educational inquiry and the analytical processes that support research-informed practice. If you are seeking to develop your practice and gain expertise in the field of children and young people’s mental health, then this is the program for you.

You will benefit from exceptional personalized support, tailored to your individual professional interests and needs, and a flexible hybrid delivery model where you will normally attend classes online and on campus. The blend of students from different professional backgrounds will enable discussion, debate, and the sharing of experiences in a supportive and welcoming environment, facilitated by staff who are experts in children and young people’s mental health. You will also develop essential transferable skills, from purposeful and effective communication to utilizing a range of media, making justifiable decisions in complex and unpredictable situations, and planning appropriate targets for improvement.

General Eligibility

You should have a degree equivalent to UK first-class or second-class honors (2:2 or above) in a relevant subject or have a Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.

If you do not meet the above requirements but have two or more years of relevant work experience, you are encouraged to apply. Relevant work experience could include working in a school or other educational setting, youth and community work, or an educational role in the public or private sector.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• International students require IELTS 6.0, with a score no lower than 5.5 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.