Using your Leader Apprenticeship with NPQ or standalone NPQ towards a Master's Qualification

As an NPQ training provider, we work closely with our partners The University of Chester and Liverpool Hope University who have designed their Master's provision to align to the work candidates complete during their Leader Apprenticeship with NPQ or standalone NPQ, allowing the continuation of their journey as a leader within an educational context. The number of credits offered varies per university. 

The University of Chester - NPQ Master's Fast-Track

For more information about the University of Chester's MAs in Educational Leadership, please visit their website here.

Leader Apprenticeship with NPQ Number of Masters Credits
Executive Leader Programme with NPQEL 120 credits, with an NPQ Master’s Fast-Track option to complete a 60-credit dissertation module online (supported by the University of Chester) for £3,210, leading to a full MA in Educational Leadership
Headteacher Programme with NPQH 120 credits, with an NPQ Master’s Fast-Track option to complete a 60-credit dissertation module online (supported by the University of Chester) for £3,210, leading to a full MA in Educational Leadership
School Leader Programme with NPQSL 60 credits

 




 

“The Leader Apprenticeships with NPQs align closely with master’s-level study, and much of the work participants complete is already at that standard. We’re pleased to award 120 credits towards a full MA—meaning leaders only need to complete a 60-credit dissertation module. It’s a natural and complementary next step.”

Doctor Steve Lambert, Associate Professor
University of Chester

The University of Chester - Standalone NPQ Master's Credits

National Professional Qualification Number of Masters Credits
NPQLTD – Leading Teacher Development 40 Credits at Level 7
NPQLT – Leading Teaching 40 Credits at Level 7
NPQLBC – Leading Behaviour and Culture 40 Credits at Level 7
NPQEYL – Early Years Leadership 40 Credits at Level 7
NPQLL – Leading Literacy 40 Credits at Level 7
NPQ for SENCOs 60 Credits at Level 7
NPQSL – Senior Leadership 60 Credits at Level 7
NPQH – Headship 100 Credits at Level 7
NPQEL – Executive Leadership 100 Credits at Level 7

Liverpool Hope University - Standalone NPQ Master's Credits

National Professional Qualification Number of Masters Credits
NPQLTD – Leading Teacher Development 30 Credits at Level 7
NPQLT – Leading Teaching 30 Credits at Level 7
NPQLBC – Leading Behaviour and Culture 30 Credits at Level 7
NPQSL – Senior Leadership 30 Credits at Level 7
NPQH – Headship 60 Credits at Level 7
NPQEL – Executive Leadership 60 Credits at Level 7