Aims
The module aims to provide a critical perspective of different systems of education within the context of political, cultural, social and economic influences. The module also examines the sources and use of power within educational settings and investigates pedagogies for empowerment and transformation.

Learning Outcomes
After completing the module the student should be able to:
1 Critically evaluate different models of educational governance
2 Analyse power relationships within educational governance and provision
3 Recognise and reflect upon how educational governance is both influenced by, and has influence upon, wider social structures and cultural practices.