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Future Focused Education and Innovative Pedagogies

Key Facts

  • Module Code

    EDUM162

  • Level

    PostgraduatePG

  • Duration

    5 Weeks Part Time or Distance Learning

  • Starting

    January

  • UK Fees >

    Part time: £460 per 10 credits
    Online: £411.50 per 10 credits

Updated 20/03/2025

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Updated 20/03/2025

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Overview


This 10 credit module considers the cutting-edge of educational practices, exploring how to create more engaging, equitable, and impactful learning experiences. You will examine emerging trends and consider their future implications as well as considering what innovation means for education and your role. You will have the opportunity to develop your theoretical knowledge and explore practical applications to practice. The course will enhance your ability to critique innovation with confidence, and support you in developing pedagogy and future-focused education to address real-world educational challenges.

This module can be taken as standalone CPD or as part of the Education MA.  If taken as standalone CPD, students can choose whether or not to complete an assessment and gain 10 credits towards an MA.  Please contact CPD@northampton.ac.uk for more information.

Highlights


  • Emphasis on contemporary educational themes
  • A supportive learning community that values sharing and belonging
  • Opportunities for you to present and publish your work
  • The chance to develop transferable academic and professional skills
  • An option to complete the module with or without assessment/credits

Entry Requirements


To study this Level 7 module, you will need an honours degree, usually at 2:2 or above, from a UK institution or equivalent.

If you have other qualifications and recent professional experience of three years or more, you will also be considered. In this case you may be interviewed and asked to demonstrate that you have engaged with the broad field of education at graduate level or equivalent.

Course Content


Fees and Funding


2024/25 Tuition Fees

Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 24/25 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  • Part time UK Fees: £460

Distance Learning UK Fees: £411.50

For more information about possible funding options, please visit our Fees and Funding Pages.

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Careers and Employability


Students enrolled in this module will be well-equipped to pursue roles in teaching and learning, curriculum development, or further research. The focus on real-world applicability and pedagogy provides a strong foundation for career advancement in education.

In addition, there will be an exciting opportunity for students on this module to present their work to an audience of students and delegates at our annual education conference.

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