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What customers say

The testimonials about the PGCE and iPGCE programs at the University, particularly under the guidance of John Woodberry, reflect an overwhelmingly positive sentiment. Customers have shared how the courses provided them with the necessary skills and confidence to excel in their teaching careers. Many emphasized the flexibility and structured support that made balancing their busy jobs with study manageable. The responsiveness and understanding of the tutors played a crucial role in enhancing their learning experience. Candidates have praised the professional development opportunities and the trusted qualifications received, noting their newfound abilities to impact their schools and students positively. Some did suggest a desire for even more formal mentorship, but overall, the feedback reveals high levels of satisfaction with the quality of education and support provided.

Review highlights

Excellent supportFlexible learningCareer-boosting qualificationsTailored guidanceHigh-quality educationOpportunities for improvement


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Mateo Rodríguez

Beijing, China

I enrolled in the MA in Education (Leadership and Management) to advance my career in international schools. I wanted a firm grounding in leadership theory alongside the practical skills to lead teams, manage change and introduce new practices, and the emphasis on global perspectives and cross-cultural competence suited me. The structure is strong and the diverse cohort was one of the best parts, since it meant exchanging ideas and practice from very different systems. If I could add one thing, it would be more formal mentoring with experienced school leaders to sit alongside the academic work. I would recommend it to anyone aiming at leadership in international education.
I enrolled in the MA in Education (Leadership and Management) to advance my career in international schools. I wanted a firm grounding in leadership theory alongside the practical skills to lead teams, manage change and introduce new practices, and the emphasis on global perspectives and cross-cultural competence suited me. The structure is strong and the diverse cohort was one of the best parts, since it meant exchanging ideas and practice from very different systems. If I could add one thing, it would be more formal mentoring with experienced school leaders to sit alongside the academic work. I would recommend it to anyone aiming at leadership in international education.

Leo

Beijing New Oriental Academy

I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to you and the team for your understanding and patience. I’m so close to the finish line now! Completing my master's degree and hopefully obtaining my QTS in the same year would truly be a blessing. Thank you once again!
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to you and the team for your understanding and patience. I’m so close to the finish line now! Completing my master's degree and hopefully obtaining my QTS in the same year would truly be a blessing. Thank you once again!

Brenda Mullan

American School of Bangkok

The MA deepened my understanding of transformational leadership and stakeholder engagement. The real-world case studies and research methods module equipped me to drive positive change in our pastoral systems.
The MA deepened my understanding of transformational leadership and stakeholder engagement. The real-world case studies and research methods module equipped me to drive positive change in our pastoral systems.

Ben Tavernor

St Andrews Intl School Bangkok

Derby’s Education and Leadership MA challenged me to rethink our school’s strategic direction. The engaging online seminars and insightful readings enabled me to implement a more inclusive and data-driven leadership approach.
Derby’s Education and Leadership MA challenged me to rethink our school’s strategic direction. The engaging online seminars and insightful readings enabled me to implement a more inclusive and data-driven leadership approach.

Yashna

XCL, Singapore

The Education and Leadership MA exceeded my expectations. The course content was relevant, and the live seminars fostered meaningful dialogue. I’ve implemented new strategic plans that have already improved student engagement.
The Education and Leadership MA exceeded my expectations. The course content was relevant, and the live seminars fostered meaningful dialogue. I’ve implemented new strategic plans that have already improved student engagement.


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Grace

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Derby’s MA blended leadership theory with practical application. The curriculum challenged me to reflect critically on my practice, and the research project gave me tools to drive whole-school improvement. I highly recommend it for aspiring leaders.
Derby’s MA blended leadership theory with practical application. The curriculum challenged me to reflect critically on my practice, and the research project gave me tools to drive whole-school improvement. I highly recommend it for aspiring leaders.

Isabella

Dubai, UAE

Derby’s MA in Education and Leadership provided me with cutting-edge leadership frameworks and real-world case studies. The tutors were deeply experienced, and the flexible online format fit around my busy role. I now lead my department with renewed confidence and strategic vision.
Derby’s MA in Education and Leadership provided me with cutting-edge leadership frameworks and real-world case studies. The tutors were deeply experienced, and the flexible online format fit around my busy role. I now lead my department with renewed confidence and strategic vision.

Mason

The British International School of Jeddah

The Education (Leadership and Management) MA from Derby has been a cornerstone in my career. It's given me the leadership skills to impact my school positively.
The Education (Leadership and Management) MA from Derby has been a cornerstone in my career. It's given me the leadership skills to impact my school positively.

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Aaron

Suzhou Singapore International School, China

This Education MA has catalysed my teaching prowess and paved a new trajectory for my career.

Anna

Anna

BISS Puxi, China

The University's MA has been a critical element in my career. It's helped me tailor my English lessons to meet my non-native English-speaking students' unique needs.
The University's MA has been a critical element in my career. It's helped me tailor my English lessons to meet my non-native English-speaking students' unique needs.


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Jiuwen Li

Wycombe Abbey, China

The Education (Leadership and Management) MA from Derby has been a pillar of strength in my career. It's given me the leadership skills to impact my school positively.
The Education (Leadership and Management) MA from Derby has been a pillar of strength in my career. It's given me the leadership skills to impact my school positively.

Sergey B

Sergey B

SAS, China

The University's Education (Leadership and Management) MA has been a cornerstone in enhancing my educational leadership skills. The course has given me the tools to make my management style more comprehensive and interactive. 
The University's Education (Leadership and Management) MA has been a cornerstone in enhancing my educational leadership skills. The course has given me the tools to make my management style more comprehensive and interactive. 

Waqar

Dover Court International School

Hi John, I’ve completed QTS, that’s the full set from you! Pgce/ masters /QTS. I’m hoping to get a job that gets my kids into a great school in China.
Hi John, I’ve completed QTS, that’s the full set from you! Pgce/ masters /QTS. I’m hoping to get a job that gets my kids into a great school in China.