The main educational aims are to:
examine the theoretical frameworks used in the study of the psychology of education and its constituent disciplines;
provide training in research methods appropriate to psychology & education;
advance students’ capacity for professional reflection and judgement;
cater to a range of specialists interested in the field of psychology of education
Learning outcomes
By the end of the programme, students will have:
an understanding of research techniques, and a thorough knowledge of the literature applicable to the psychology of education;
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 this 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 experience acting autonomously in the planning and implementation of research.
Continuing
Continuation to the PhD from Masters programmes within the Faculty of Education is not automatic, and students wishing to do so must submit a PhD application by the usual deadline.
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Discover Cambridge: Master’s and PhD study webinars
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Virtual Postgraduate Open Days
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