| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Master of Education program prepares educators for advanced career options in leadership, policy, consulting, and research. It offers core courses in educational leadership, research, and pedagogy, along with specializations in Educational Leadership and Wellbeing, English Language Teaching, and Research. Students can customize their studies with electives from other disciplines and benefit from flexible teaching methods and award-winning faculty.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Overview: The Master of Education is designed for professionals in the education industry, including school leaders, teachers, educational consultants and trainers or students wishing to pursue leadership opportunities within schools. It is also suitable for those preparing to teach in higher education, develop research capacity, transition into educational research, and lead educational change.
- Objectives: Provide advanced career options for educators, enhance existing qualifications to pursue senior policy and consulting roles, enable trainers to teach in higher education, prepare graduates to work as education consultants.
Program Description:
- Core Courses (30 units):
- Educational Leadership in Diverse Contexts
- Education Major Project
- Research Design
- Introduction to Wellbeing in Education
- Mixed Methods Research
- Education Policies and Systems
- Curriculum Development and Innovation
- Pedagogical Engagement for Learning
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Specializations (12 units):
- Educational Leadership and Wellbeing
- English Language Teaching (ELT/TESOL)
- Research
- Electives (6 units):
- Multicultural Society and Education Policy
- Neuroscience and Education
- Online Learning
- Courses from other specializations
- Postgraduate coursework courses in Mathematics, Science, Digital Technologies, Languages, History, Geography, Psychology, English, Linguistics, Music, and Business Studies (prior approval required)
- Teaching Methods: Face-to-face, blended intensives (face-to-face and online), fully remote courses
Assessment:
- Seminar participation
- Reports
- Essays
- Research project
- Book reviews
- Examinations
Teaching:
- Award-winning staff
- Flexible study options at own pace through face-to-face, online learning, workshops, and intensives
Careers:
- Policy Adviser
- Policy Developer
- Manager / Business Management
University of Adelaide College
Overview:
The University of Adelaide College is a pathway institution offering programs designed to prepare students for undergraduate and postgraduate studies at both Adelaide University and the University of Adelaide. Located in Adelaide and Melbourne, the College provides a range of programs, including Foundation Studies, Degree Transfer, Pre-Master's, and English Language programs.
Services Offered:
The College offers a comprehensive range of services to support students, including:
Academic Programs:
Foundation Studies, Degree Transfer, Pre-Master's, and English Language programs.Student Services:
Orientation, accommodation assistance, career guidance, and academic support.Campus Life:
Student clubs and societies, social events, and opportunities to engage with the wider university community.Visa Information:
Guidance and support for international students seeking student visas.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at the University of Adelaide College can expect a vibrant and supportive campus environment. The College offers a range of opportunities for students to connect with each other and engage in extracurricular activities. The College also provides access to the facilities and resources of both Adelaide University and the University of Adelaide.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Pathway to prestigious universities:
The College provides a clear pathway to undergraduate and postgraduate studies at Adelaide University and the University of Adelaide.World-class programs:
The College offers high-quality programs taught by experienced and dedicated faculty.Supportive learning environment:
The College provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment with small class sizes and personalized attention.Access to university resources:
Students have access to the facilities and resources of both Adelaide University and the University of Adelaide.Vibrant campus life:
The College offers a range of opportunities for students to connect with each other and engage in extracurricular activities.Academic Programs:
The College offers a range of academic programs, including:
Foundation Studies:
Designed for students who do not meet the entry requirements for direct entry into undergraduate programs at Adelaide University or the University of Adelaide.Degree Transfer:
Allows students to complete the first year or two of their undergraduate degree at the College and then transfer to Adelaide University or the University of Adelaide to complete their degree.Pre-Master's:
Prepares students for postgraduate studies at Adelaide University or the University of Adelaide.English Language Programs:
Designed to improve students' English language skills to the level required for study at Adelaide University or the University of Adelaide.Other:
The College is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). The Melbourne campus is operated by Kaplan Higher Education Pty Ltd.
Entry Requirements:
Domestic:
- Successful completion of a Bachelors degree or equivalent for Master of Education (3CM151).
- Successful completion of an Australian-recognised teaching qualification at Bachelor's degree level or equivalent and two years+ teaching experience in Australia for Master of Education (Advanced Standing) (3CM244). International:
- Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject.
- Bachelor degree or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 4.0.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- Overall 6.5 IELTS with band scores minimum of 6 in each component
- Overall 79 TOEFL with band scores of minimum 13 in each component
- Overall 58 Pearson
- Overall 176 C1 Advanced
