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Questions and Answers

How much does the MTeach cost, and when do we pay for our modules?

For teachers starting the programme next year (2020-21) the fees for UK participants will be £1552.50 per 30 credit module: you only pay for the module or modules you are studying in any one year, and you can pay in instalments.  A different scale of fees applies for overseas students (who can study the programme on-line, at a distance).  

 

To gain a full master's degree, you need '180 Master's Level Credits' (usually made up of six 30-credit modules).  This total can include M-level credits imported from a previous qualification (such as a PGCE).  For example, if you had 60 valid M-level credits from a recent PGCE (completed in last 4 to 5 years) you would need to gain only another 120 credits (usually 4 x 30-credit modules).

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How long does it take to complete the MTeach?

The MTeach can be studied ‘flexible modular’ or 'part-time'.  Flexible module allows participants up to five years to complete the degree; ‘part-time’ requires that the course be completed in three years.  We therefore advise students to take the flexible modular route, because this affords greatest flexibility, and makes it easier for teachers to integrate their studies with their personal and professional lives.  Most students complete within three years. 

 

Can I get a student Loan?

HM Government sets tight rules regarding eligibility for Student Loans, and these are thus only available to students the part-time mode of study, and not if you import credits.  Other loans are, of course, available to working teachers with regular salaries (and many schools do support teachers undertaking higher professional learning - you may wish to discuss this matter with your head teacher).  

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How else might I get funding support?

Bursaries are very competitive, and in short supply.  However, current issues in teacher recruitment and retention mean that schools might be willing to provide some material contribution to support you in your studies, as part of a retention package.  To this end (if you would find it useful) we can provide applicants with a bespoke letter addressed to their school or head teacher, encouraging them to support you financially.  These initiatives have had some success in the past.  

 

Is the MTeach a recognised Masters that will help my professional development and career progression?

Yes.  The full title of the degree is Master of Teaching, abbreviated to MTeach. It has been running over 18 years and has had over 1000 graduates. The title of the degree follows the pattern established for professional masters courses at London University and UCL, such as the Master of Engineering (MEng), Master of Architecture (MArch), or Master of Research (MRes). MTeach graduates have progressed in a number of different ways, many moving into leadership positions in schools, several becoming teacher educators and several undertaking doctorates.  

 

The MTeach is a professional, practice-based degree, and focuses on developing your educational or teaching practice.  This means that rather than giving you purely abstract theoretical knowledge, the programme develops your professional knowledge and criticality:  schools and other educational institutions will be interested in the better teacher this makes you, with sharper skills, and informed, critical practice.  

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If you are interested in where our graduates go, please read the case studies.  For a more extended exploration of the sort of professional learning that happens on the programme, please refer to the report Changing Teaching.   

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As part of the MTeach can I study other MA modules from my subject, my phase or particular interest? 

Yes, this is a real bonus to studying at IOE-UCL which offers a huge variety of education and education-related MA modules. You need to take a minimum of two ‘MTeach’ modules, then you can choose modules ‘outside’ the programme.  

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What are the attendance requirements? 

Most modules have two or three face-to-face (f2f) Saturdays and a series of online activities. Several modules can be taken by 100% distance mode.  The underpinning design of all the modules is to fit in with teachers' or educators' busy professional lives. 

 

How many references do I need and who is best to provide these?

You need two references, at least one of which should be a university tutor if you have recently completed a PGCE or other form of initial teacher education. Other examples of possible referees include undergraduate degree tutors, senior teachers or line managers.  

 

I have more questions, can I talk to someone?

Yes.  The best way to arrange this is to email mteach@ucl.ac.uk first and explain briefly what you would like to talk about.  We can then send you a schedule of times and contact numbers of when either the MTeach programme leader or programme administrator is available to talk by phone.   

 

 

What do I do after I've applied for the Course?

Please feel free to get in touch with us during the period in which your application is working through the 'UCL Select' on-line application process.  We will do what we can to help should you experience delays, difficulties or have questions about your application. 

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