Program Overview

University Programs

The American University in Dubai offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

Undergraduate Programs

• Architecture (B.Arch.)
• Biology (B.S.)
• Business Administration (B.B.A.)
• Civil Engineering (B.S.C.E.)
• Communication and Information Studies (B.C.I.S.)
• Computer Engineering (B.S.Comp.E.)
• Electrical Engineering (B.S.E.E.)
• Game Design and Development (B.S.)
• International Studies (B.A.I.S.)
• Interior Design (B.F.A.)
• Mechanical Engineering (B.S.M.E.)
• MMU International Progression Path
• Psychology (B.A.)
• Visual Communication (B.F.A.)

Pre-University Programs

• Summer Camp

Graduate Programs

• Artificial Intelligence (M.S.)
• Business Administration (M.B.A.)
• Construction Management (M.S.C.M.)
• Education (M.Ed.)
• Innovation Management (M.S.)
• International Affairs (M.A.)
• Leadership and Innovation in Contemporary Media (M.A.)
• Urban Design and Digital Environments (M.U.D.D.E.)

Professional and Certificate Programs

• Center for Executive Programs and Professional Services (CEPPS)
• The English Bridge Program (Center For English Proficiency)
• Certificate Programs

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) program at AUD is a rigorous, research-based graduate degree designed to prepare educators for leadership roles in Elementary, Secondary, and Inclusive Education.

Program Overview

The program emphasizes innovative pedagogy, inclusive practices, and professional growth. It is designed for a diverse range of candidates, including practicing teachers, career changers, and university graduates aspiring to enter the field of education.

Program Details

The Master of Education program is a 36-credit hour degree that can be completed within two years. It combines six core courses with five further specialized courses in elementary, secondary, or inclusive education, as well as a 15-week supervised Practicum experience and a Capstone research project.

M.Ed. Course List

Core Courses

• EDCO 600: Learning and Human Development
• EDCO 602: Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
• EDCO 604: Principles of Learning and Classroom Management
• EDCO 620: Technological Applications in the Classroom
• EDCO 621: Teaching in a Multicultural Classroom
• EDCO 610: Inclusive Education and Differentiation

Elementary Concentration

• EDEL 603: Elementary Reading Methods
• EDEL 605: Elementary Language Arts and Social Studies
• EDEL 606: Elementary Methods and Assessment: Science & Math
• EDEL 630: Elementary Teaching Practicum

Secondary Concentration

• EDSE 605: Reading across the Curriculum
• EDSE 603: Secondary General Methods and Assessment
• EDSE 630: Secondary Teaching Practicum

Special & Inclusive Education Concentration

• EDSI 603: Literacy Instruction for Students with Disabilities
• EDSI 605: Instructional Methods & Assessments for Students with Disabilities
• EDSI 630: Special and Inclusive Education Practicum

Capstone

• EDCO 622: Education Research
• EDCO 630: Master of Education Capstone Project

Admission Requirements

All applying students must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited national or regional institutional body, achieving a 3.00 GPA or better in undergraduate study. International TOEFL or Academic IELTS or the equivalent score on another internationally-recognized English exam is required for non-native English speakers.

Career

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) program at AUD prepares professionals to excel as teachers, principals, curriculum specialists, educational consultants, school founders, university faculty, corporate trainers, and content writers.

Faculty

The program is led by experienced educators and researchers who are leaders in their fields, including the Dean of the Graduate School of Education and Professor of Education, Nadera AlBorno, and Associate Professors of Education, Nader Ayish and Fariha Hayat Salman.

Why Choose AUD’s Master of Education (M.Ed.)?

• Expert Faculty: Learn from experienced educators and researchers who are leaders in their fields.
• Practical Focus: Gain hands-on experience through supervised fieldwork and real-world projects.
• Inclusive and Personalized Approach: Develop the skills to support learners of all abilities and backgrounds.
• Global Perspective: Benefit from a curriculum aligned with international standards and best practices, enriched by virtual international collaborations with leading universities in the United States.
• Career Advancement: Join a network of alumni who are making a difference in schools, universities, and educational organizations worldwide.