National Institute of Education

Overview:

The National Institute of Education (NIE) is the sole institution in Cambodia dedicated to training teachers at the higher education level and educational administrators at all levels. It plays a crucial role in improving the quality of human resources in line with the Cambodian government's vision of becoming a high-middle-income country by 2030 and a developed nation by 2050.

Services Offered:

NIE offers a wide range of training programs, both initial (pre-service) and continuous (in-service), to meet the needs of the Cambodian education system. These programs include:

• Initial Training:

  • Teacher training for all specialized subjects at the higher education level
  • Teacher training for French-Khmer bilingual education at the basic level
  • Master's degree in Educational Management
  • Training for educational supervisors under the new supervision system
  • Training for school principals

• Continuous Training:

  • Ongoing training for existing educational supervisors on the new supervision system
  • Capacity building for kindergarten teachers in content, methodology, and science experiment skills
  • Training for provincial/municipal education officials on developing education plans in Cambodia
  • Training for high school principals on the new supervision system

Student Life and Campus Experience:

Key Reasons to Study There:

Unique Focus:

NIE is the only institution in Cambodia specializing in teacher and educational administrator training.

Government Recognition:

Graduates receive recognized qualifications from the Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sport and the Cambodian government.

Contribution to National Development:

Studying at NIE allows students to contribute to the improvement of education in Cambodia and contribute to the nation's development goals.

Academic Programs:

NIE offers a variety of academic programs, including:

• Initial Training:

  • Bachelor's degree programs for teachers in various specialized subjects
  • Bachelor's degree programs for French-Khmer bilingual teachers
  • Master's degree programs in Educational Management
  • Master's degree programs in French Language
  • Master's degree programs in Educational Mentoring
  • Doctorate in Education
  • Training for school directors

• Continuous Training:

  • Short courses on various topics, including constructivist teaching methods, STEM education, science experiments in resource centers, educational supervision, education planning, school management based on results, guidance and resource management, library management, and training for private teachers and directors.

Other:

NIE has a strong focus on research and development, with a dedicated research center and publications. It also has a library with an electronic library and a collection of books and documents. NIE actively collaborates with various partners, including IIEP Digital Library, GEReSH-CAM, and Balance Partners, to enhance the quality of education in Cambodia.