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The UCL Institute of Education (IOE) is the world’s leading centre for research and teaching in education and related social sciences. In the QS World University Rankings, IOE has been ranked first for Education for nine consecutive years (2014–22). Our research addresses society’s most important educational challenges and our teaching inspires our students. Our student body is highly international and we support students to develop as thinkers, analysts and future leaders in educational practice and/or policy.
Key Information
- Faculty
- Institute of Education
- Department website
- Education
- Availability
- Year, Fall Term, Spring Term
- English language level
- Level 3 - see English language requirements for more details.
- Tuition fees
- see Tuition fees for more information
- GPA requirement
- 3.3
- Subject/Module requirements
- Evidence of previous study of Education preferred
Why study Education at UCL?
The UCL Institute of Education offers unparalleled depth and breadth of specialism. Our Education Studies programme is taught by leading thinkers and practitioners in the field and our teaching inspires our students by providing them with first-hand experience of leading-edge research and knowledge creation.
What you will gain from study at UCL
UCL is located in the heart of central London. Our students have the opportunity to engage with a wide range of additional programmes and services offered by UCL, as well as experiencing life in one of the best cities in the world.
Teaching and assessment
Teaching is delivered through lectures, seminars and tutorials. Students are assessed through a combination of coursework, examinations and oral presentations.
Modules in Education
Please note that this guide lists a range of popular modules offered as a representative sample. It is not exhaustive and, since the guide is published ahead of time, module options may have changed, been deleted or replaced. If you have very specific study needs or require confirmation of module availability for 2024/25, you are strongly advised to get in touch with the relevant Affiliate contact, listed on this subject page, before making an application.
Level 2 (FHEQ 5) modules
| Module code | Title | Availability | US Credits | ECTS Credits | UCL Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EDPS0010 | Philosophical Research in Education | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| EDPS0013 | Archival Research and Oral History in Education | Year | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| EDPS0014 | The Learning Sciences | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| EDPS0015 | Philosophy, Thought and Perception: Introduction to reflexivity in education and social science research | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| EDPS0017 | Educating Minorities, Migrants and Refugees | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| EDPS0018 | Policy and Politics in Education | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| EDPS0216 | An Introduction to Applied Quantitative Analysis in the Social Sciences | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| EDPS0217 | Children with Disabilities: Theory, Politics and Experience | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| EDPS0239 | International Development and Education | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| EDPS0252 | Materials and Meanings of Education: International Perspectives | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| EDPS0253 | Children in Society: Anthropological, Historical and Sociological Perspectives | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
Level 3 (FHEQ 6) modules
Contact details
- Name
- Dr JD Carpentieri
- j.carpentieri@ucl.ac.uk