Master of Education

The Master of Education (MEd) is a newly-designed, two-year, part-time, modular postgraduate programme. In year one, students complete six modules which include elements of the Educational Sciences and Professional Studies. In year two, the taught research methodology module is specifically designed to equip participants with the necessary research skills to enable students to complete a minor research thesis. Teaching and learning strategies include lectures, workshops, tutorials and seminars.

With participants from a wide range of educational contexts and disciplines, the M.Ed. offers a dynamic learning environment that aims to foster collaborative learning. Given the nature of the programme, there is a strong emphasis on developing the capacity for self-directed learning and research, with appropriate support from academic staff and a personal supervisor. Specifically, the programme aims to provide participants with the opportunity to a) re-engage with theory, research and practice in elements of the Educational Sciences and Professional Studies, and to b) design and conduct a piece of educational research to a high professional standard.