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This thematic route provides an interdisciplinary exploration of contemporary arts education and cultural debates in the UK and abroad. It includes contributions from specialists in a range of disciplines, including performing arts, drama, theatre, music, visual art, design and technology. The course provides students a broad-based theoretical foundation for understanding arts, creativity, and education, as well as specific hands-on experience in using the arts as a method of inquiry. This course recognises that artistic practices can serve as an essential research tool in our respective fields and therefore makes available studio and performance facilities.
The main education aims are:
- to examine the theoretical frameworks used in the study of education and its constituent disciplines;
- provide training in research methods appropriate to education;
- advance students’ capacity for professional reflection and judgment;
- cater for a range of specialists interested in the field of education or one of its constituent disciplines.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the programme, students will have:
- a comprehensive understanding of research techniques, and a thorough knowledge of the literature applicable to their specific educational domain;
- demonstrated originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their field;
- shown abilities in the critical evaluation of current research and research techniques and methodologies;
- demonstrated self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and acted autonomously in the planning and implementation of research.
Continuing
Students wishing to continue from the MPhil to PhD or EdD are required to achieve at least a merit for the dissertation.
Open Days
The Open Day usually takes place at the beginning of November. The event is suitable for those considering applying for postgraduate study at the University. It provides opportunities to meet with academics, explore the Colleges, and find out more about the application process and funding opportunities. Visit the Postgraduate Open Day page for more details.