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    International Education (Higher Education) MA

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    Manchester, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £29,400.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo

    International Education (Higher Education) MA at University of Manchester is a 1-year, in-person MA program based in Manchester, GB. Tuition is £29,400.

    About the program

    Professional master's program focusing on educational systems and organisations around the world, with emphasis on higher education. Covers professional learning underpinned by critical scholarship.

    Focus: coursework
    Top 10 UK for Education (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) | Top 10 for Education in the UK (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)

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    Deadlines

    Stage 3 2026
    May 3, 2026
    Stage 4 2026
    Jul 5, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Pre-sessional 6-week course requirement: TOEFL iBT 80 Overall with 20 in Writing, 20 in Speaking, and no other sub-skill below 18
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Pre-sessional 6-week course requirement: IELTS UKVI or Academic 6.0 Overall with 6.0 in Writing, no more than one sub-skill at 5.5 and no other sub-skill below 5.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £15,505.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does International Education (Higher Education) MA at University of Manchester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for International Education (Higher Education) MA at University of Manchester is £29,400.
    Is International Education (Higher Education) MA at University of Manchester online or in-person?
    International Education (Higher Education) MA at University of Manchester is offered in-person.
    How long does International Education (Higher Education) MA at University of Manchester take to complete?
    International Education (Higher Education) MA at University of Manchester is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for International Education (Higher Education) MA at University of Manchester?
    Per the program's published guidance: First or Upper Second (2:1) classification
    What work-permit options follow International Education (Higher Education) MA at University of Manchester?
    Post-completion work rights for International Education (Higher Education) MA at University of Manchester: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)