Master in Education Early Childhood Studies Ma

London Metropolitan University is an urban university formed through merger in 2002 and based across central London campuses, including Holloway, Aldgate and Shoreditch. Serving over twelve thousand students, the university focuses on inclusive education, employability and applied research that responds to the needs of a global city. Its central location gives students direct access to London’s cultural institutions, businesses and creative industries.

The curriculum spans business, arts, media, law, education and social sciences with programs designed to combine academic study and vocational skills. London Met emphasizes research in areas such as social justice, public health and the environment, and provides industry-linked learning through placements and professional partnerships. Students benefit from practical workshops, studio spaces and employer-focused projects that build portfolios and workplace readiness.

International students join a diverse community representing many countries and receive dedicated services for admissions, visa guidance and academic support. The university’s commitment to widening participation creates a welcoming environment with additional mentoring and career guidance. Living and studying in London offers unparalleled internship and networking opportunities, and graduates leave with practical experience and city-based connections that support transition into professional roles both locally and internationally.

How do we define the purpose of education in the earliest years of development? This master’s programme invites you to move beyond viewing curriculum as a static product, instead exploring it as a creative and dynamic endeavour that shapes children's future life chances. Designed for professionals and graduates aiming to deepen their expertise, the course bridges the gap between theoretical inquiry and practical application in the early childhood sector.

You will engage with a diverse range of disciplines, including curriculum theory, the psychology of learning, philosophy, and critical discourses surrounding identity, social class, race, and gender. A defining feature of the curriculum is its grounding in an Education for Social Justice (ESJ) framework, ensuring that equity and inclusion remain central to your academic and professional practice. By examining both national and global contexts, you will develop the intellectual tools necessary to challenge existing policies and initiate meaningful, positive change within your professional environment.

Distinctive Perspectives

• Critical Analysis: Critically evaluate how neoliberal structures and disciplinary power influence early years settings.
• Research-Led Practice: Develop the skills to conduct small-scale qualitative research, culminating in an independent dissertation.
• Professional Flexibility: Designed to support both aspiring leaders and practising teachers, with opportunities to build upon existing qualifications such as a PGCE.