How to apply
Guidance on how to apply for a postgraduate course in the School of Education. All applications to study our masters courses should be made online.
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Work experience
Relevant work experience can include:
- Working in the community
- Educational publishing
- Higher and Further Education Institutions (including English Language teaching)
- Local Authorities
- Ministries of Education/Government Departments
- NGOs
- Professional Associations and Schools (Nursery, Primary and Secondary)
Contact us if you have any questions regarding your application.
Personal statement
You'll need to include a personal statement with your application. Here's what to include.
You should apply with a personal statement between 500 and 750 words, and answer the following questions:
- Why do you want to study at masters level?
- How do you think your strengths will enable you to succeed at masters level?
- What are your reasons for wanting to study education?
- What particularly interests you about this area?
- Why do you want to study at the University of Sheffield?
How to apply
Complete our Postgraduate Online Application Form and include a personal statement. Optional: You may also wish to upload a CV to support your application.