Master of Education

at University of Melbourne

Study Structure
The flexible structure of the Master of Education, with a range of electives and specialisations, will allow you to qualify in your particular area of interest. Entry points to the course are in both semester 1 and 2, designed to suit most schedules. There are different offerings which you can take to complete the Master of Education, depending on your professional experience. For flexibility around professional or family commitments, we also offer the Master of Education on a part-time or full-time basis.

STANDARD PROGRAM:
This is the standard offering for those without a teaching qualification or experience
200 points of coursework

• Year 1: 4 x compulsory subjects and 4 x specialisation subjects/electives. Students must complete the 4 compulsory subjects first in semester 1, before their specialisation subjects or electives
• Year 2: 6 x electives/specialisation subjects and 1 x capstone professional project subject
• Students in the full program may choose to complete up to two specialisations.

FAST-TRACK PROGRAM:

• Students who hold a four-year education degree (or equivalent) or an undergraduate degree in any discipline and at least 100 credit points (or equivalent) of graduate study in education can apply for this fast-tracked version of the course
• 100 points of coursework with advanced standing
• Year 2: 6 x electives/specialisation subjects and 1 x capstone professional project subject.
• To specialise in a particular area, you must successfully complete each of the four specialisation subjects. However, if you wish to complete a general Master of Education without a specialisation, you may choose subjects from across the range of elective and specialisation subjects.

RESEARCH PATHWAY:

• This pathway is designed for students intending to pursue graduate research, such as a PhD.
• The two research pathway subjects must be undertaken in the final 50 points of the course, and the following eligibility criteria must be met to enrol in the subjects:
• Students in the 200-point program must achieve an average of at least H2A (75%) in the first 125 points of the course;
• Students in the 100-point program must achieve an average of at least H2A (75%) in their first 50 points of their course.

Three-year undergraduate degree (or equivalent)
Meeting this requirement does not guarantee selection. In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider prior academic performance.

English Language Criteria
All students must meet English language requirements. Please note, if you’re a domestic student, you may be able to submit a CV for evidence of your language proficiency.

Indicative first year fee
AUD$30,016

Indicative total course fee
AUD$61,532

The Master of Education offers professional learning for educators in a broad range of fields, including early childhood, primary, secondary, tertiary, vocational and adult. In this course you will develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of educational theory and practice in specialised areas of education. You'll also be exposed to the latest research that is driving change to policy and practice in educational settings worldwide. The course is designed for professionals who already hold, or seek to move into:

• Leadership and/or management positions within educational and professional settings
• Policy-making roles and responsibilities within government and non-government organisations
• Specialist and coordination positions
• Professional development/capacity building positions in educational, workplace and or community settings
• Other education and training settings.