This programme provides students with the opportunity to get an in-depth understanding of assessment issues, practices and policies both in the UK and internationally. They will join the only MA programme in London affiliated with the Chartered Institute of Educational Assessors (CIEA), benefiting also from fast track to chartered assessor status, on successful completion of the programme.

Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits.

Participants must take at least four 30 credit modules, one of which must be Assessment Issues and Practice. In addition, participants will write a 60 credit dissertation, or a 30 credit report plus an extra module.

A Postgraduate Diploma is available to students who initially register for the MA and successfully complete 120 credits, including Assessment Issues and Practice.

A Postgraduate Certificate is available to students who initially register for the MA and successfully complete 60 credits, including Assessment Issues and Practice.

Careers

Graduates of this programme are currently working across a broad range of areas. Some are working as heads of department, deputy heads and head teachers in UK schools, while others are members of staff at awarding organisations and examination boards. Graduates can also be found working as members of staff of ministries of education, researchers and lecturers in universities and PhD students.

Employability

Our graduates leave with a strong skill set that is applicable to a range of workplace settings. They have in-depth knowledge of educational systems and policies that will enhance any role in a school or education workplace. Our students are able to work well in teams, and manage a demanding set of individual deadlines. Completion of the MA demonstrates a commitment to learning, the ability to face challenges, capacity to think critically about ideas and issues, and excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.

Why study this degree at UCL?

The Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment Department at UCL Institute of Education is a world-leading centre for the study of curriculum, teaching and learning and assessment, as well as geography, business, mathematics, history, religious education, citizenship and science education.

The department provides an impressive range of cutting-edge MA and CPD programmes, variously presented in face-to-face, distance learning or mixed mode formats. In addition we offer a first-class PhD programme and staff members are actively involved in an extensive range of innovative, nationally and internationally acclaimed, research and development projects.

The department's student population is very diverse, as are the students on the MA: students, practising teachers and lecturers, awarding body staff members, policymakers and a rich and diverse range of international students.