Master of Education (1911)
- Approved Abbreviation: MEd
- Western Sydney University Program Code: 1911
- AQF Level: 9
This program applies to students who commenced in 2022 or later.
The Master of Education critically examines recent developments in theory, policy, practice and methodologies for research for educators across early childhood, primary, secondary, tertiary, TAFE, community-based and other professional settings. Students will develop knowledge of research principles and practices and review and evaluate theory and scholarship in their area of specialisation. They will apply concepts and theories to new bodies of knowledge and practice; design original evidence-based investigations; and analyse and synthesise a range of data about complex problems in order to reframe problems and generate solutions. Students will develop and evaluate innovations to improve learning outcomes in workplace settings, communicate their findings to diverse audiences and contribute to scholarship in their specialisation. This program is delivered online.
Early Exit
Students may exit this program on completion of 40 credit points with a 1913 Graduate Certificate in Education (exit only)
Study Mode
Three years part-time.
Program Advice
Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.
Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |
Location
| Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Part Time | Online | See Above |
| Vietnam Campus | Part Time | Internal | See above |
Admission 2022
Applicants for admission into the Master of Education must have successfully completed
- an undergraduate degree, or higher, in teaching/education (an undergraduate degree in teaching includes the historical 2-3 year Diploma of Teaching/Education prior to 1987); Or
- undergraduate degree, or higher, in political science, policy studies, health, human welfare studies and services, or behavioural science AND 5 years’ professional work experience in these fields.
Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.
Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas must be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). Use the links below to apply via UAC or Western Sydney University. Applications made directly to Western Sydney do not have an application fee.
Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local and International applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.
http://www.uac.edu.au/
https://westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws/
Overseas qualifications must be deemed by the Australian Education International - National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) to be equivalent to Australian qualifications in order to be considered by UAC and Western Sydney University.
Admission 2023
Applicants for admission into the Master of Education must have successfully completed either:
- an undergraduate degree, or higher, in teaching/education (an undergraduate degree in teaching includes the historical 2-3 year Diploma of Teaching/Education prior to 1987); Or
- undergraduate degree in any discipline and five years’ full time equivalent professional work experience in a field considered by the School to be appropriate to the study program and specialisation.
Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.
Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas must be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). Use the links below to apply via UAC or Western Sydney University. Applications made directly to Western Sydney do not have an application fee.
Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local and International applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.
http://www.uac.edu.au/
https://westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws/
Overseas qualifications must be deemed by the Australian Education International - National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) to be equivalent to Australian qualifications in order to be considered by UAC and Western Sydney University.
Credit for Prior Learning
Students with a postgraduate (Level 8) qualification OR a bachelor qualification (Level 7) plus three years full-time work (or part-time equivalent) work experience in the fields of teaching/education, can apply for up to 40 credit points of Credit for Prior Learning.
Program Structure
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 120 credit points which include the subjects listed in the recommended sequence.
To qualify for this award, students must complete:
- 30 credit points of standard core subjects,
- 10 credit points of functionally equivalent core subjects,
- one 40 credit point testamur major, and
- 40 credit points of alternate/specialisation subjects selected from the Alternate subject pool or major subjects.
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Subject List Subject Title Credit Points Standard Core Subjects CEDS 7003 Research Methods in Education 10 TEAC 7115 Researching Practice 10 TEAC 7111 Professional Project 10 Functionally Equivalent Core Subjects Select one of the following: 10 Mental Health in Educational Contexts Principles and Practices of Evaluation Leading Change Inclusive Environments
Majors
Students must complete four subjects from ONE of the following majors
Please note: Career Education, Testamur Major (T150) is a new major commencing Autumn 2023.
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Alternate Subjects Pool | ||
| Students must complete 40 credit points of alternate subjects chosen from the Major subjects listed above and/or the alternate subjects pool listed below (can be a combination of both lists). | 40 | |
| Economics | ||
| Strategic Business Management | ||
| Business Operations and Logistics | ||
| International Finance | ||
| Corporate Finance | ||
| Person-Centred Practice | ||
| Technology Assisting Learning | ||
| Disability in Context | ||
| Universal Design for Learning | ||
Note: Education Major subjects are offered in alternate years. Students select from the subjects on offer in each semester/year of enrolment.
Early Exit
Students may exit with a Graduate Certificate in Education on the successful completion of 40 credit points from the major subjects. Refer to link below for structure requirements for this exit award.
Recommended Sequence
| Year 1 | Credit Points | |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||
| One major subject | 10 | |
| One major subject or alternate subject | 10 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| One major subject or alternate subject | 10 | |
| One major subject or functionally equivalent core subject | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| One major subject or functionally equivalent core subject | 10 | |
| One major subject or alternate subject | 10 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| CEDS 7003 | Research Methods in Education | 10 |
| One major subject or alternate subject | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| TEAC 7115 | Researching Practice | 10 |
| One major subject or alternate subject | 10 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| TEAC 7111 | Professional Project | 10 |
| One major subject or alternate subject | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 120 | |
Recommended Sequence (for students with 40 credit points of advanced standing and require 80 credit points to successfully complete this program)
| Year 1 | Credit Points | |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||
| One major subject | 10 | |
| One major subject or functionally equivalent core subject | 10 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| CEDS 7003 | Research Methods in Education | 10 |
| One major subject | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| TEAC 7115 | Researching Practice | 10 |
| One major subject | 10 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| TEAC 7111 | Professional Project | 10 |
| One major subject | 10 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 80 | |