Master of Education

Program Overview

This Master of Education program empowers professionals to advance their knowledge in specialized educational domains. Through coursework and research, graduates develop critical thinking, communication, and self-management skills, preparing them for leadership roles in education, including teaching, administration, and research. The program offers various specializations, such as Educational Leadership, Early Childhood Education, and Literacy Education, to cater to specific career aspirations.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This Master of Education degree offers motivated professionals concerned with educational practice the opportunity to undertake advanced coursework in a field of particular interest. The program is designed to furnish students with foundational knowledge and understandings across a spectrum of specialized domains tailored to their particular needs and areas of interest. By the conclusion of the program, graduates will have honed the following capabilities: Critically assess educational strategies and practices while combining complex concepts in real-world scenarios, effectively utilizing cognitive, technical, and creative skills. Contribute to scholarship and professional practice by leveraging effective communication and collaboration skills. Exhibit mastery in educational research by meticulously examining a body of knowledge, research principles, and methodologies. Exercise high-level self-management abilities to plan and execute significant projects.

Outline:

• Semester 1:
• Advanced Seminar (10 credit points)
• Leading Education in a Global Context (15 credit points)
• Assessment in Education: Policies, Pedagogy and Equity (15 credit points)
• Inquiry Based Practice (20 credit points)
• Unit from Specialization (60 credit points)
• Semester 2:
• Advanced Seminar (10 credit points)
• Leading Education in a Global Context (15 credit points)
• Assessment in Education: Policies, Pedagogy and Equity (15 credit points)
• Inquiry Based Practice (20 credit points)
• Unit from Specialization (60 credit points)

Specializations

• Behaviour and Well-being
• Early Childhood Education
• Educational Leadership
• Learning Difficulties
• Literacy Education
• Special Education: Complex Communication Needs
• Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Assessment:

Assessment approaches will vary across units within the program. However, common assessment methods may include:

• Assignments
• Presentations
• Exams
• Projects
• Reports
• Portfolios

Teaching:

The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops, and online learning. The faculty comprises experienced educators and researchers dedicated to providing students with high-quality instruction and mentorship.

Careers:

Graduates of the program can pursue a range of career opportunities, including positions in:

• Educational leadership and administration
• Teaching
• Educational consulting
• Research and policy analysis
• Program development
• Curriculum design
• Educational technology integration