MA Global Education

The MA Global Education at XJTLU uses a practice-oriented approach to prepare future-oriented education professionals. The 18-month, English-taught program covers curriculum and instruction, educational leadership, policy and management, digital learning and AI-enabled education, with specialisations in curriculum design, administration and management, or innovation. Students work on real-world projects and earn a University of Liverpool degree recognised by China's Ministry of Education.

The MA Global Education at XJTLU's Academy of Future Education prepares versatile education professionals to contribute to the modernisation and globalisation of China's education system through research, leadership, innovation and AI-enabled practice. The program empowers students to navigate global shifts in education, covering classroom-focused topics such as curriculum and instruction as well as broader issues including leadership, policy-making and management in schools, businesses, non-profits and government. Students choose a specialisation in curriculum and instructional design, educational administration and management, or educational innovation, and explore emerging areas including education in emergencies, digital learning and inclusive education. The program is project- and practice-based, with students completing real-world tasks and building a portfolio of work.

• Practice- and project-based degree with a portfolio of completed work
• Specialisations in curriculum, administration/management or innovation
• AI-enabled education and digital learning in the curriculum
• Global perspective grounded in XJTLU's Sino-British environment
• University of Liverpool degree recognised by China's Ministry of Education

An undergraduate degree, normally in education or a related field.

English is the medium of instruction; applicants must meet XJTLU's standard English language entry requirements for postgraduate programs.

Not stated on official pages.

• Academic transcripts
• Degree certificate
• English language test report
• Personal statement
• Recommendation letter(s)

Check your eligibility and academic background | Prepare academic transcripts and degree certificate | Prepare your English language test result | Prepare your personal statement and recommendation letter(s) | Submit your application through the university admissions system | Await the admission decision

Not stated on official pages.

The program offers three pathways: Curriculum and Instruction in Global Education, Educational Administration and Management in Global Education, and Innovations in Global Education. Core modules include Principles, Policies and Practices of Global Education, Educational Leadership, Introduction to Research Methods, Educational Internship and the Dissertation, plus pathway-specific modules in teaching and learning, curriculum design, administration and educational innovation.

Graduates pursue careers in teaching and curriculum development, school and university administration, civil service education roles, intergovernmental organisations and education non-profits, educational technology and publishing, consulting, and entrepreneurship.