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Master of Education

Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand
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Course Overview

The Master of Education program at Auckland University of Technology is designed for individuals who are passionate about education and want to make a positive impact on the lives of students. The program focuses on developing advanced knowledge and skills in teaching, learning, and leadership, and preparing students to work in diverse educational settings. Students will have the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research and best practices in education, and develop their ability to critically evaluate and improve educational practices. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be equipped to take on leadership roles in education, such as teaching and learning consultant, curriculum designer, or school leader.

Additional Information

The Master of Education program is offered in both full-time and part-time study modes. Students have the option to specialize in one of four areas of focus: 1) Teaching and Learning; 2) Leadership and Management; 3) Curriculum and Assessment; or 4) Inclusive Education. The program also offers a range of elective courses, allowing students to tailor their studies to their individual interests and career goals.

Choose Auckland University of Technology for Your Education Career

Auckland University of Technology is one of the top-ranked universities in New Zealand for education programs. The university has a strong reputation for producing highly qualified and innovative educators, and offers a supportive learning environment with state-of-the-art facilities and resources. Students have access to a diverse range of teaching and learning methods, and can benefit from the expertise of experienced lecturers who are passionate about education.

Why You Should Study This Course

The Master of Education is designed to help education professionals engage with advanced knowledge, critical analysis and research skills in the broader area of educational studies.

This qualification examines the practice of existing education leaders, practitioners and wider educational professionals to gain a master's level qualification in education. The programme offers the option of a coursework pathway or a research pathway that aims to prepare students to undertake research in education.

This is not a teaching qualification, and it does not lead to registration as a teacher. The Master of Education can be taken with or without a specialisation.

General Eligibility

  • A relevant bachelor's degree with a B grade average or higher in level 7 courses (or equivalent)

  • A CV and Letter of Intent

To enrol in one of the specialisations in the Master of Education you must have at least 2 years of relevant professional experience or approval of the programme leader.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules

Coursework pathway (without specialisation)

Complete this compulsory course:
  • Aims and Conceptions of Education

And choose 90 points from the Master of Education:
  • Leading in Diverse Cultures and Communities

  • Reflecting on Professional Practice as an Educational Leader

  • Organisational Culture and Educational Leadership

  • Educational Leaders as Policy Actors

  • Aims and Conceptions of Education

  • Global Impacts on Education Practice in Contemporary Society

  • Conceptualisations of Educational Leadership

  • Individual Directed Study

  • Educational Research

  • Perspectives on Maori and Pacific Education Experiences

  • Contemporary Issues in Education

  • Learning Environments for the 21st Century

  • Digital Pedagogies and the Techno-Literate Teacher

  • Pacific Education - Issues and Perspectives

  • Who am I as a Higher Education Teacher?

  • Focussing a Critical Lens on Curriculum in Higher Education

  • Higher Education Assessment and Learning

  • Kaupapa Māori Educational Approaches

  • Leadership and Collegial Practice in Higher Education Institutions

And complete two advanced scholarship courses:
  • Advanced Scholarship in Education Literature

  • Education Project

Research pathway (without specialization)

Complete this compulsory course:
  • Aims and Conceptions of Education

And choose 30 points from the Master of Education:
  • Leading in Diverse Cultures and Communities

  • Reflecting on Professional Practice as an Educational Leader

  • Organisational Culture and Educational Leadership

  • Educational Leaders as Policy Actors

  • Aims and Conceptions of Education

  • Global Impacts on Education Practice in Contemporary Society

  • Conceptualisations of Educational Leadership

  • Individual Directed Study

  • Educational Research

  • Perspectives on Maori and Pacific Education Experiences

  • Contemporary Issues in Education

  • Learning Environments for the 21st Century

  • Digital Pedagogies and the Techno-Literate Teacher

  • Pacific Education - Issues and Perspectives

  • Who am I as a Higher Education Teacher?

  • Focussing a Critical Lens on Curriculum in Higher Education

  • Higher Education Assessment and Learning

  • Kaupapa Māori Educational Approaches

  • Leadership and Collegial Practice in Higher Education Institutions

And complete this research methodology course:
  • Educational Research

And complete one of:
  • Master of Education Thesis

  • Master of Education Dissertation

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with 7.0 in Writing and all other bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent

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