Program Overview

Master of Educational Studies

The Master of Educational Studies is designed for individuals committed to undertaking transformative leadership roles to improve their respective workplaces and make an impact through professional practice informed by research. This field of study provides leading-edge knowledge and understandings about leadership and management that inform practice within educational institutions, government departments, and other organizations.

Overview

In a 21st-century knowledge society, leadership has emerged as a critical contributor to positive outcomes, overall success, and sustainability in organizations and institutions in education and education-related fields. This program focuses on the skills, knowledge, and attitudes required by leaders in a discontinuously changing world, challenging students to develop as critically reflective, flexible, and ethically collaborative change leaders of learners and thinkers.

Highlights

• Ranked 41 in the world for education by QS World University Rankings 2025
• Ranked 1 in Queensland for education and training by QS World University Rankings 2025

Career Possibilities

Postgraduate study can lead to various careers, including:

• Change management adviser
• Educational administrator
• School principal
• Leadership development coordinator
• Program leader

How You'll Learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose, including seminars.

What You'll Study

At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. A sample of the courses you could study includes:

• Building Leadership Capacity: Bridging Theory and Practice in the Workplace
• Debates in Educational Leadership
• Meeting the Challenges of Educational Change
• Work, Careers and Educational Leadership

Study Details

For more detailed information on courses and program structure, please refer to the relevant section of the university's program offerings.