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Education

  POSTGRADUATE COURSES
 

Graduate Certificate

 

Master's by coursework

2010 Master of Education(E7E)  Download to Zip

Responsible faculty or institute: 
Education (principal)
Campus(es) Offered: 
Launceston: Internal and External
Course Duration: Minimum 1 yrs, Maximum 3 yrs.
Course Contact (faculty or school): 

(03) 6324 3038 or Rachel.Eade@utas.edu.au


Introduction

This program enables teachers to extend and update their knowledge in a specialised area of interest.The Master of Education has international standing and is seen as a prestigious qualification for educators who wish to become leaders in their chosen fields.

The coursework program is primarily studied/delivered by flexible mode. The units are offered in a variety of ways including face to face over summer semester, by self-paced print and on-line materials, web-based and negotiated study. There are no lectures to attend during Semester 1 and 2. Occasional informal seminars are organised but non-compulsory to attend.
TESOL seminars are run every week during Semester 1 and 2 in Launceston. These are also informal and non-compulsory. All students are welcome to attend.

Specialisations are available in;

o Professional Learning and School Improvement
o Science & Mathematics
o Online & ICT
o Adult Learning
o Global Education
o Educational Leadership
o Health & Wellbeing
o Literacy
o TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
o Education Research

This course is offered on a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) basis to eligible domestic students. Student Contributions are established per unit and can be found in the unit descriptions within the course schedule. Click on 'View fees for this unit' and select 'Student Contribution (HECS) Post 2009' as the fee type.

International students please refer to International Services at www.utas.edu.au/international

Admission & Prerequisites

This degree course is available to graduates in Education or graduates in other disciplines with a Diploma of Education or Bachelor of Teaching, or to those holding equivalent qualifications. The University requires applicants for admission to the Master of Education degree to have four-year teacher training (ie either Bachelor of Education or an undergraduate degree plus Bachelor of Teaching) or qualifications deemed to be equivalent and at least two years experience in teaching or training.

TESOL Specialisation
Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (TESOL) is a specialisation in theMaster ofEducation. Entry into theMaster of Education (TESOL) is available to graduates of any discipline, provided you can support your interest in this area through previous work experience (minumum 2 years), or a supporting statement.

Course Objectives


This degree is designed to provide postgraduate level coursework for professionals who are associated with the practice of education. It is intended to enable competent, experienced professionals to broaden, deepen, update and integrate knowledge of their specialised area of interest and expertise.

Our objectives are to;

  • Develop practical understanding of teaching as an "evidence based profession".
  • Engage in research to promote critical reflective practice which will enhance the outcomes of learners in educational contexts.
  • Explore theoretical and practical aspects of teaching and learning in a range of contexts including schools, workplaces and community settings.
  • Advance your knowledge, skills and understandings of educational research and practice.
  • Develop critical and analytical skills through discussion of relevant and substantive research in areas of specific interest
  • Engage in wider and more general education debates.
  • Engage, develop and implement research methodologies in your own research project.

Career Outcomes

The Master of Education has international standing and is seen as a prestigious qualification for educators who wish to become leaders in their chosen fields.


Articulation to/from Course

Full credit may be gained toward the Master of Education for work completed while enrolled in the Graduate Certificate of Education.Please note that Schedule A and B of the Graduate Certificate of Education articulate into Schedule A or B of the Master of Education. ScheduleCof the Graduate Certificate of Education articulate into Schedule C of the Master of Education. Schedule D of the Graduate Certificate of Education (TESOL)articulate into Schedule D of the Master of Education (TESOL).


Master of Education (Honours)

Note: Entry into honours is dependent on the average of a credit at the Master of Education level.

Miscellaneous Information


International Students

The Faculty encourages international student enrolment in both undergraduate and post graduate degree courses. Staff within the Faculty have gained considerable experience in teaching and supervising students from many international countries including Malaysia, China, Thailand and Indonesia.

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