MA Residential Education

Program Overview

The MA Residential Education program, offered online in partnership with the Boarding Schools' Association, equips professionals in boarding schools with research skills and critical thinking abilities. Through modules, supervision, and online sessions, participants develop a dissertation on a topic relevant to their field, fostering professional growth and networking opportunities.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The MA Residential Education is a postgraduate program delivered entirely online, designed for professionals working within boarding schools or those who have a strong interest in the field.

This program is offered through a partnership with the Boarding Schools' Association (BSA).

Program Objectives:

• Equip participants with the necessary skills for conducting research within the field of Residential Education.
• Enable participants to write about a research topic relevant to their personal interests and professional experience.
• Develop critical thinking abilities and hone the ability to formulate and present well-structured written arguments.

Program Description:

• Participants will complete various modules to gain a thorough understanding of both research methodology and their chosen research area.
• The program culminates in a 12,000 to 15,000-word dissertation based on a comprehensive literature review.

Outline:

Program Content:

• Establishing your research focus
• Discovering relevant literature and writing a literature review
• Level 7 academic writing expectations
• Navigating the topic of research methodology
• Planning and writing your dissertation
• Regular twilight sessions (UK time):
Offer module-specific support and guidance throughout the year.

Teaching:

The program utilizes a blend of online teaching methods including:

• Individualized supervision
• Regular online study sessions with module-specific support
• Recorded sessions for flexible access to learning materials

Other:

• The program welcomes participants from both state and independent boarding schools across the UK and beyond.
• Applicants may be members of the Australian Boarding School Association.
• The course is ideal for professionals who wish to further develop their research skills and delve deeper into their area of interest within the field of Residential Education.
• Participants can connect with a diverse group of individuals from different professional backgrounds and geographical locations, expanding their network and knowledge base.
• Completing the program can revitalize participants' professional perspectives and provide a platform for exploring new career opportunities.
• This program offers a valuable opportunity for personal and professional development, enabling participants to invest in themselves and contribute meaningfully to the field of Residential Education.

Start Type 1st Year Total cost Sep 2024 Part-time (15 Months) MA in Res Ed (September 2024) UK N/A £3,900 INT N/A £3,900 N/A = Not applicable Course fees do not include additional costs such as books, equipment, writing up fees and other ancillary charges. Where applicable, these additional costs will be made clear. Applicants must also pay a £300 non-refundable Registration Fee. Termly instalments can be arranged directly with the Finance department upon receipt of the invoice. Staff whose school is a member of either the Boarding Schools’ Association or the Australian Boarding Schools Association are eligible for a 25% discount on course fees. To ensure the discount is applied, please select BSA or ABSA (as applicable) from the partnership box on your application form. To ensure the discount is applied please select ‘COBIS’ from the partnership box on your application form.