Dr. Heather King

Professor

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Biography

Professor Heather King’s research examines how educators foster learner engagement in science within diverse contexts, including schools, museums, and non-formal spaces. A focus of her work revolves around social and environmental justice within science education practices. Heather co-chairs the Science Technology Education Research Group at King’s College London, where she teaches modules in STEM education leadership and arts in education. Serving as Vice President of Education for the British Science Association, Heather champions equitable learner engagement through innovative pedagogies supporting environmental and climate change education. Her research interests also delve into pedagogical frameworks that nurture learners' scientific identities and foster engagement in multidisciplinary science education in formal and informal settings. Heather supervises doctoral candidates in explorations across the STEM education landscape and has contributed significantly to the scholarship examining the intersections of science and broader societal issues, making her a key figure in advancing educational practice in environmental contexts.

Research Interests

Requirements for King's College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject Quantitative competency (for some Economics/Finance programs)
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Academic References
  • CV/Resume
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent across King's Business School and Social Science & Public Policy departments for standard Master's entries.