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MASTER OF CONTEMPORARY EDUCATION

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Course duration

Time commitment

Flexible study

Research Masters

Lead educational innovation

Create meaningful change

Future-focused learning

This course is ideal for:

COURSE DETAILS

How this Master’s programme works

JULY COHORT GETS FIRST ACCESS

The Play Lab is here!

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

What you need to apply

HOW TO APPLY

Application and admissions

FEES & START DATES

Let’s get started!

Domestic Student Fees:
International Student Fees:
Available course start dates and session times:
  • 07 Jul 2025 - Part 2 - Part Time(Domestic only)
  • 11 Aug 2025 - Part 1 - Part Time(Domestic only)
  • 20 Apr 2026 - Part 1 - Full Time(International only)

MEET THE TEAM

Your course facilitators

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Dr. Herbert ThomasProgramme Lead - MCE
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Dorcas KayesPostgraduate Director - MCE
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Anna JohnstonePostgraduate Director - MCE
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Dr. David ParsonsResearch Director

TESTIMONIALS

Hear from our EXceptional students

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Naomi & William
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Vasiti Latu
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Kate Lewis
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Sumandana
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Áine Connaughton
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Rebecca Thompson
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What you need to know

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