MA in Education

Unicaf has partnered with the Liverpool John Moores University to offer a variety of courses.

About the Liverpool John Moores University

Today, with a vibrant community of over 23,000 students from over 100 countries world-wide, 2,400 staff and 250 degree courses, Liverpool John Moores University is one of the largest, most dynamic and forward-thinking universities in the UK. As an institution we are unashamedly ambitious – for our students, our staff and for the wider global community. We are undergoing a renaissance as the strength of our teaching and research continues to exceed even our own high expectations. We were one of the highest climbers nationally in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, which assesses the quality of research in the UK.

About the partnership with Unicaf

The partnership between the Liverpool John Moores University and Unicaf brings together the resources and capabilities of both organisations to offer innovative learning solutions and programmes which are delivered fully online to the needs of a wide range of professionals.

Unicaf is one of the most generous scholarship programmes available. The programme supports students that are domiciled in Africa and provides opportunities for studies towards the online programmes offered in partnership with the Liverpool John Moores University at a much lower cost.

The primary objective of the Unicaf Scholarships Programme is to make education affordable for students living in under-served regions and to provide them opportunities to pursue advanced academic studies and to earn internationally recognized qualifications.

Programmes offered through the partnership are delivered with an international perspective aiming to ensure that students are prepared for employment in the global marketplace and receive a return on their education investment. Unicaf, as the Liverpool John Moores University on-line delivery partner, makes the University’s programmes available online by providing a state of the art e-learning environment complemented by a strong emphasis on multi-level student support.

The partners have extensive experience in the provision of quality, innovative teaching and learning and the provision of continuing professional development.

The Liverpool John Moores University is responsible for the academic quality of the programmes and it awards the degrees.

Unicaf is a global delivery partner of the Liverpool John Moores University, UK, responsible for the recruitment, admission, enrolment and support of online learners to University awards approved for distance online delivery. Upon successful completion of the programme, one certificate will be issued by LJMU. Unicaf students are currently not eligible to attend LJMU's on-campus graduation ceremonies. Unicaf is actively engaged in collaborative efforts with our esteemed partner, LJMU, to facilitate this opportunity for our students in the future.

Our Vision

We are an ambitious and forward thinking institution that challenges convention and believes passionately in the concept of 'One University' – a community working together to achieve common student-centred objectives within a clear strategy.

Our vision is to be recognised as a modern civic university delivering solutions to the challenges of the 21st century.

Our values

Transformation

We believe in the power of education to drive transformation across social, cultural and economic boundaries.

Innovation

We are innovative and progressive with an entrepreneurial spirit; we think creatively about new ways to do things.

Excellence

We strive for the highest standards in everything we do.

Partnership

We believe that by working together in partnership we can achieve strong and lasting results.

Leadership

We believe in leading the way, challenging convention and breaking new ground.

Community

We believe in the power of sharing expertise, and of people coming together with a common purpose.

Admissions

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a modern, forward-thinking University with a strong academic history and sense of responsibility. The University recognizes that its success depends on an ability to attract a wide range of students and to respond to a variety of educational backgrounds and life experiences. LJMU is committed to establishing procedures for the recruitment and admission of students that are fair, explicit and implemented consistently. The University’s Admission Policy is designed to ensure that all applicants are considered for a course of study on the basis of their skills and abilities to benefit and thrive from their chosen programme.

Postgraduate Admission *

The entry requirements for postgraduate admission are:

• An accredited UK Honours degree with minimum 2.2 classification or international equivalent. Some professional qualifications may also be acceptable. Extensive professional experience may also be considered.
• Official transcripts from all universities, colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions attended.
• English Proficiency: IELTS (Academic) with an overall score of at least 6.0 (and no individual component lower than 5.5) or equivalent English language qualifications. Students who do not hold the above English language qualifications are required to take the online Academic English Placement Test. This is an IELTS-type test (Reading & Writing) where an overall score of 6.0 (with no individual component lower than 5.5) is required.
• Personal Statement (minimum 500 words) explaining how the programme of study will benefit the student’s career progression.
• Up to date CV
• Two references (academic or professional) listed on CV stating referee’s full name, contact details, and relationship to the applicant.

Applications from nonstandard applicants are welcome and will be considered individually.

* Entry requirements may vary depending on the programme of study.

Recognised Prior Learning

Students who hold a recognised UK Level 7 related qualification or have completed related postgraduate modules at an accredited institution and wish to gain advanced standing into a postgraduate programme may apply for RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) provided that the learning outcomes of their award satisfy those of the equivalent levels of the Master’s programme for which they seek admission. The recognition and hence transferability of credits is subject to LJMU’s RPL Policy and requires the submission of official transcripts and module descriptions.

Important Note

By submitting an application form and the supporting documentation, a student declares that the information supplied on the form or otherwise in connection with their application is complete and correct and that the giving of false or incomplete information, or submission of falsified or fraudulent qualifications/transcripts may lead to the refusal of the application or suspension or expulsion from the programme (without refund) if such fraudulent documentation is revealed subsequent to admission.

Scholarships

The Unicaf Scholarship Programme was founded to offer students the opportunity to further their education, by earning internationally recognised qualifications, at low cost, through online study.

Fees are paid to Unicaf. If you are interested in a Unicaf Scholarship you can easily submit your application online. Each scholarship application is examined and decided upon, depending on the qualifications and the financial situation of the applicant. Eligible students are awarded a percentage of scholarship.

Join thousands of students from around the globe who have earned their degrees with the help of the Unicaf Scholarship Programme.

Online Experience

Online learning has revolutionised higher education because of the many advantages it offers. As an online student, you are able to learn at your own pace and time, at a much lower cost.

But studying for your degree online may also raise some questions and concerns. It’s a new and unknown experience, so it is natural to be uncertain about what to expect and how the process will unfold.

While your Student Adviser will walk you through the entire process upfront and will be there to support you every step of the way from first contact to graduation, we also offer the following brief highlights as an introduction to the Online Learning Experience.

Highlights of Online Learning

Your classes will take place in an online environment. You can log in at any time at your convenience. Once online, you’ll communicate with your instructors and fellow students, read assigned texts, access digital materials, post assignments and comment on other students’ assignments. While you’re required to log in at least two separate days each week, you will, of course, benefit greatly from regular and more frequent attendance.

Your online course experience will take place on an advanced learning management system designed to facilitate the optimal learning experience for students. In addition to the educational platform you’ll utilise to communicate with faculty and fellow students, you’ll also have access to e-textbooks offering you the capability to highlight, annotate, create bookmarks, search, download and self-assess.

Each module is carefully planned to align with an expectation of the depth and breadth of study required to achieve an award at a given level. In accordance with international agreements, each award is expressed as a number of credits to make the achievement transportable and transparent to future employers and other institutions of higher education. In planning the learning activities within each programme, there is an expectation that the average student will dedicate approximately ten hours of total study time to achieve 1 ‘credit’ (this approximation includes all preparatory work, reading, writing, assessment tasks, time spent communicating in discussion forums or attending virtual seminars and workshops). As an example, a candidate participating in a 20 credit module which lasts eight weeks could be expected to devote an average of 25 hours of study time each week (200 hours total) in order to achieve the learning outcomes of the module and complete the assessments. Whilst there is no hard and fast rule on this (for example, each candidate will have a unique profile in terms of the time it will take them to read and understand learning materials, or complete written work), the following list of tasks may help you to understand the time commitment necessary to successfully complete your programme:

Within a typical module, candidates will be required each week to:

• Plan their study time according to the weekly plan of activities set out in the module and guided by the instructor
• Read case-study and background materials from e-books and other sources
• Participate in discussion fora, reading contributions, making contributions and responding to particular questions
• Prepare formative tasks that have been set up (for example, submit a draft response to a question for feedback)
• Prepare written assignments and submit them by a deadline for formal marking and feedback (typically this is not a weekly task but may be required, normally at the end of a module)
• Reflect on your learning and feedback your experience of the module to your instructors and peer group

Similar to a campus classroom, the online learning experience will include extensive participation and interaction with faculty and fellow students. You’ll also use the online forum to communicate with advisers, teaching assistants and instructional specialists.

Once you have successfully completed the programme, you will receive your degree from Liverpool John Moores University.

Module sequences begin multiple times per year based on demand, so you have the opportunity to enrol and begin your degree programme on more than one occasion throughout the year thus affording you the flexibility not often found in most face to face programmes.

You’ll take one module at a time. This advanced learning method designed for adults allows you to concentrate your entire focus on one subject area before moving onto the next, while also allowing you to earn your degree in an accelerated time frame.

The degree you earn will hold the same value, acceptance and credibility as any equivalent degree earned in a traditional campus environment.