Program summary
Program title: Master of Education
Award abbreviation: MEd
Degree type: coursework and research
Study mode: on campus
Duration: 1 year full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 and 2
Fee type 2011: Commonwealth supported places, postgraduate coursework places
Total courses: 8 (96 units)
USC program code: ED704
CRICOS code: 073276A. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Highlights
- The Master of Education provides research or coursework pathways to support your engagement in higher education at the postgraduate level.
- The coursework option provides a range of courses that will provide opportunities for you to engage with theory and link it directly to practice in your education context.
- The research option provides you with access to research training and offers an opportunity for you to engage in the development of a guided research project.
Enhance your professional qualifications and improve your teaching career.
The Master of Education offers you the opportunity to develop advanced knowledge and understanding in education, research skills, and a strong foundation for furthering your career as an educational professional.
The program is aimed at practicing professionals working as educators in primary or secondary schools, early childhood, higher education and adult and vocational education. You can choose to follow either a coursework option for professional development or undertake a research project.
Admission requirements
Candidates for the award of Master of Education are normally required to hold either:
- an appropriate 4-year bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution focused on education
OR
- a 3-year bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution or equivalent, PLUS at least one year of appropriate education-based professional experience
International students need to refer to the University's English language proficiency requirements.
Study Plan
This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.
For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1, 2011:
- Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
- Select the program in which you are enrolled.
- Scroll down to your relevant Program Structure.
Program requirements and notes
- Students are required to successfully complete 96 units as specified in the Master of Education program structure.
- Refer to related policies, rules, plans and procedures.
- Not available to international students on aStudent Visa.
Program structure
Required course: (2)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDU709 International Communication | |||
| EDU703 Research into Journalism |
Elective courses: (6)
Select 6 elective courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDU700 Creative Writing B: Novel Ideas | |||
| EDU702 Creativity and Literature: Chaucer to Romantics | |||
| EDU704 Creativity and Literature: Victorians to Moderns | |||
| EDU705 Reality Bites: An Exploration of Non-Fiction | |||
| EDU708 Wonderworlds: An Exploration of English Literature | |||
| EDU711 Environment, Heritage and Tourism | |||
| EDU750 Politics and the Media | |||
| EDU730 Communication and Thought | |||
| EDU732 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship |
* Please note: not available until 2012
TOTAL UNITS 96
Required courses: (4)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDU709 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| EDU750 Education Research an Introduction | |||
| EDU753 Professional Learning Project | |||
| EDU710 Professional Learning I |
Elective course: (1)
Select 1 elective course from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDU700 Curriculum Development and Evaluation | |||
| EDU702 Pedagogies for Engagement | |||
| EDU704 Leadership for Learning Communities | |||
| EDU705 Assessment: Principles and Practices | |||
| EDU708 Contemporary Issues in Education | |||
| EDU711 Research Methods in Education | |||
| EDU730 Second Language Acquisition and Learning | |||
| EDU732 Second Language Teaching Methodologies |
* Please note: not available until 2012.
TOTAL UNITS 96
The University attempts to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary program/course information at any time without notice.
Enquiries
How to apply
Faculty of Science, Health and Education
Tel: +61 7 5459 5124
Email: education@usc.edu.au