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MSc Educational Leadership (Specialist Qualification for Headship) By University of Stirling — International Public Research University
About the Program
Part-time leadership development for aspiring and serving school leaders, aligned to the Scottish Standard for Headship.
Subject Requirements
- Current employment as a teacher or school leader is required.
Academic requirements
- A minimum of a UK second-class honours degree (2:2) or overseas equivalent in any discipline unless a specific subject is named. Applicants without formal qualifications but with substantial relevant professional experience are encouraged to apply. Bangladeshi applicants: a four-year Bachelor's with CGPA 2.8/4.0 or a three-year Bachelor's plus Master's is normally required.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill
- PTE Academic 60 overall with 59 in each sub-skill
- TOEFL iBT (from 21 Jan 2026) 4 overall with no band below 4. Waivers available for recognised English-medium qualifications - check the Stirling English language waiver page.
Additional Requirements
- Applications are free and made directly to the University (postgraduate) or through UCAS (undergraduate). Eligible self-funded international postgraduates are automatically considered for scholarships worth GBP 4,000-7,000
- Stirling alumni receive a fee waiver for the first year of Masters study. Foundation, pre-Masters and pre-sessional English routes are available through the University of Stirling International Study Centre.
Documents Required
- Academic transcripts and degree certificate (with certified English translation if applicable)
- personal statement
- one academic or professional reference
- up-to-date CV
- copy of passport photo page
- English language test certificate or MOI/waiver evidence
- portfolio, work-experience evidence or research proposal where the course requires it.
Application FeeNot applicable
Other FeesAdditional costs may apply for field trips, placements, resits and extended registration. Fee shown is the published band rate - confirm the exact figure on the course page before quoting.
Tuition Fee (one-time)—
Cost of living per year—
Duration24-36 months part-time (blended)
Level of EducationPostgraduate Taught
Destination CountryUnited Kingdom
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Starting DateSubmission Deadlines
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September 2026 · Open— / —
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