22 MA Degrees in Early Childhood Education 2024
- Online USA
Full time, Part time
8 weeks
Distance Learning
English
Advance your career in early childhood education. The Master of Arts in Education — Early Childhood Education offered online at Concordia University, St. Paul teaches you to think critically, communicate effectively, and solve challenges pragmatically. Coursework addresses NAEYC standards for advanced professional preparation.
- Sopron, Hungary
Full time
4 semesters
On-Campus
English
The program objective is to prepare highly competent educators and to enhance the quality of education in the diversifying contexts of a globalized world. The program offers both theoretical and practical skills across a wide selection of topics in the field of education. Furthermore, students will have the opportunity to specialize in two optional areas: ’Early childhood education or ’Sustainability and Society’
- London, United Kingdom
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
This postgraduate programme draws on Froebel’s understanding of the transformative power of young children’s play on their thinking, and the crucial way that adults can either seek to assist or control young children’s intrinsic creativity. In adults’ interactions with children, however, Froebel recognised the profound influence of the community and social context.
- Online United Kingdom
Full time, Part time
3 years
Distance Learning
English
This postgraduate degree offers an interdisciplinary approach to the study of childhood and youth – covering aspects of theory, policy and practice. It is ideal if you are a graduate professional working with children and young people and seek to advance academically and professionally. It’s also suitable if you’re not currently working with children and young people but are looking to move into the profession. The degree deepens understanding and develops practice through a wide range of case studies within a global context that link theory to practice.
- Dunedin, New Zealand
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The Master of Arts (Thesis) (MA (Thesis))
Master of Arts (Coursework) (MA(Coursework)) in Childhood and Youth Studies
University of Otago
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- Dunedin, New Zealand
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Master of Arts (Coursework) Program is designed to give students the skills sought-after by employers around the globe, with a balance of specific subject knowledge plus broad-based transferable skills – such as oral and written communication, and analytical skills.
- Swansea, United Kingdom
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
Gain an advanced understanding of how children learn and develop through play with our Master’s degree in Developmental and Therapeutic Play.
- Chelmsford, United Kingdom
Full time, Part time
1 year
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
Our MA Education with Early Childhood focuses on early childhood education from birth until eight years old and you'll graduate with a valuable postgraduate qualification. Advance your knowledge of young children’s learning and develop your early year's practice and professionalism. Explore areas of personal interest in early childhood education and care whilst also enhancing your research skills. There may also be opportunities to visit different early years settings.
- Bloomfield, USA
English
Bloomfield’s Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education is designed to advance the teaching skills and knowledge of those dedicated to working in early childhood education. The Masters of Arts in Early Childhood Education allows candidates who already possess a CEAS or standard teaching certificate to earn a teaching endorsement in early childhood education by following a core sequence of courses (5.5 CUs = 22 credits). This core sequence of courses fulfills the New Jersey Department of Education requirements for the early childhood endorsement.
MA in Early Childhood Education
University of Michigan-Flint School of Education and Human Services
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- Flint, USA
On-Campus
English
Widely recognized and respected for its graduates' quality, the Early Childhood Education program at UM-Flint offers three tracks to prepare you for a rewarding career working with young children, birth through eight years old. Choose the option that fits your background and professional goals.
- Hatfield, United Kingdom
- Lower Hatfield Road, United Kingdom
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The programme supports you in developing your knowledge and understanding of issues and practices through enquiry and research. The programme provides a range of module choices, but you are encouraged to bring your own ideas and focus on your own particular professional interests. This award is gained through taking an early childhood education focus for 50% of the study, including the Dissertation.
- Nicosia, Cyprus
Full time
18 months
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The Master of Arts program in ‘Early Childhood Education’ provides candidates with an in-depth specialization in the field of education of 3 to 8-year-olds and helps shape their professional expertise. Masters students are equipped to assess education theories and recent research, to engage in their own research and attain the capacity to seek a doctoral qualification.
MA Pre-school and Out-of-school Pedagogy: Early Childhood Education
University of Hradec Králové, Faculty of Education
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- Hradec Kralove, Czech Republic
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Early Childhood Education is a master degree study field in the frame of study program Pre-school and Out-of-school Pedagogy, organized in the full-time form of study.
- Northside, Ireland
Full time
2 years
Blended
English
This contemporary MA in Early Childhood Studies is designed for professional early years practitioners working within the early childhood workforce, including those who may not be working directly with children. This Masters programme builds upon knowledge gained during undergraduate studies and experiential learning in the workplace. The blended learning delivery mode is a flexible study option for those seeking to fit learning around work and family. The MA in Early Childhood Studies offers you an opportunity to advance your knowledge, understanding and professional practice through engagement with current research and thinking in early childhood. It also involves a reflection on, and analysis of, your own professional practice, supporting your personal development as well as putting you in a strong position for career progression in this sector.
Master of Arts in Education and Development in Early Childhood
University of Haifa, International School
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- Haifa, Israel
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
In recent years, the growing need for early education professionals and policymakers in under-resourced countries has become crucial and urgent. UHaifa International's Master's Program in Early Education & Development has addressed this pressing issue by training the next generation of early childhood experts to become change agents, improve the lives of children in developing regions, and impact for good. Led by our dedicated team of professional lecturers and researchers, our unique interdisciplinary program combines an up-to-date comprehensive theory with state-of-the-art practical skills, designed to positively promote children's wellbeing. Childhood professionals such as educators, social workers, health professionals or therapists; researchers, policymakers, social activists, and aspiring 'movers and shakers eager to promote social change, will greatly benefit from this one-of-a-kind program. Attractive scholarships and living stipends will be offered to eligible students arriving from under-resourced regions.