Studying for the MSc in Educational Studies (e-Learning)

This MSc programme focuses on practical knowledge, collaborative exploration and research-based analysis of key issues in the field of e-Learning.

The central aim of the course is to develop future professionals who will help advance Technology Enhanced Learning in a wide range of contexts across the lifecourse and globally.

• the key themes of the e-Learning MSc programme are:
  • theoretical and practical foundations of e-learning
  • contexts of e-learning
  • current & emergent learning technologies
  • researching e-learning
  • technology enhanced informal learning
  • the e-society, globalisation & the digital divide
  • e-learning implementation and innovation 
• the course is delivered through seminars, collaborative workshops, lectures and individual tutorials: approximately 200 hours contact time during the year
• generic and e-learning research skills are developed by an extensive Foundations of Educational Research programme
• opportunities are provided throughout the course for practical investigation and experience in a range of e-learning settings
• the course is assessed through coursework and a final dissertation reporting an extended research study within the field.