Master of Education

Course details

The Master of Education is designed for teachers, trainers, educational consultants or any domestic or international student who wish to strengthen their knowledge and understanding of education, curriculum development, by undertaking several related specialisation in curriculum areas or area of education, wish to develop their career in a particular direction, leadership and policy management or anyone who wants to enjoy the academic and intellectual challenge.

Study pathways will be determined according to specialisations, entry points and desired exits points. Pathways will consist of suites of courses valued at 12 units (normally exiting with a Graduate Certificate); and 48 units or 24 units (dependent on degree of advanced standing) exiting with a Master of Education.

Programme Struture

This program is offered on a part-time basis.

The program consists of 4 core courses and 12 electives.

Core Courses

• Educational Policy Studies
• Curriculum Development and Innovation
• Pedagogical Engagement and Learning
• Assessment and Evaluation in Education

Elective Structures

• Educational Inquiry
• Education Major Project (6 units)
• Education Dissertation (12 units)
• Innovation in Teaching, Learning and Assessment
• Introduction to Quantitative Educational Methods
• Neuroscience and Education
• Qualitative Approaches to Educational Research
• Online Learning Design; Assessment and Evaluation
• Education Minor Project (3 units)
• Education Research Project (9 units)

Requirements

Admission Requirements

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent from the University of Adelaide, or a degree of another institution accepted by the Faculty
• The Faculty may accept as a candidate for the degree a person who does not satisfy the requirement of admission above but who had presented evidence satisfactory to the Faculty of fitness to undertake the work of the degree.

Advance Standing

• Applicants who have an undergraduate degree in education may be granted 24 units advanced standing and required to complete 8 courses (24 units) to meet the requirements for the Master of Education.
• Applicants who have an undergraduate degree other than education, who have significant teaching experience may apply for advanced standing for the Master of Education. This will be assessed on a case by case basis.

How will I be assessed?

The assessment structure consist of:

• Assignments
• Presentation
• Project Work

How will I benefit from taking this course

• Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognized.
• The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesize information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.
• An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.
• Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.
• A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.
• A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.
• A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.
• An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.

Professional Accreditation

This program does not constitute the requirements for a recognised teaching qualification. Students who are looking to become teachers will need to complete the Graduate Diploma in Education, prior to entering the Masters.