Intakes
Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Oct
Units
8 units, 7 weeks each
Duration
16 months part-time
Save on your fees
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are available for this course. This means you may be eligible to receive a government subsidy to reduce the fees you’ll pay.
Why study the online Master of Education at UC?
Flex your learning: 100% online
Tailor your education with UC's dynamic flexibility. Our 6-week model lets you complete 8 units in 16 months or extend based on your needs, making it perfect for busy teachers. Course content is available 24/7, meaning you can study when it suits you, day or night. Your success, on your terms.
Practical mastery: Immediate application
Our focus on real-world expectations means tackling professional challenges aligned with school leadership demands. Our approach at UC emphasises practical value, ensuring your journey is about tangible improvement in teaching and leadership. Join us in reshaping education through hands-on change plans to enhance professional practice.
Support beyond boundaries: A personal touch
At UC Postgraduate Online, personalised support is more than a commitment – it's a mantra. Our advisors and academics are committed to providing exceptional and tailored assistance. The coursework's unique value and specialisations guide teachers, aspiring leaders, and school leaders to apply their learning contextually – instantly. With UC's support as your compass, navigate through real-world scenarios and soar above and beyond.
Course overview
Embark on a transformative journey with our 100% online Master of Education tailored for professionals seeking to elevate their careers. This program goes beyond conventional boundaries, offering specialised tracks in Leadership and STEM, dedicated units focusing on inclusion and well-being, and aligning seamlessly with ACARA demands. Guided by research-informed practice, you'll not only enhance your professional authority but emerge as a specialist leading the charge in modern education.
What you will learn
Analyse and evaluate seminal and emerging educational theory, curriculum, technology, policy and practice.
Develop, articulate and apply integrated knowledge and skills to curriculum, policies and practices from a variety of perspectives and with a variety of audiences in mind, including equity groups.
Develop reflective, self-aware and adaptable professional practice.
Critically examine the complex challenges facing authentic educational contexts to find solutions.
Your course pathway
The online Master of Education is for current education professionals looking to enhance their skills to step into the next phase of their career. The course will revitalise your teaching practice by deepening your understanding of contemporary education while giving you the tools and frameworks to cultivate positive learning environments.
For those looking to become a teacher, we recommend contacting the University of Canberra Future Students Team to find out which course is right for you.
The Master of Education has 4 core units and 4 elective units which can make up a specialisation. The Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership and Graduate Certificate in STEM Education are both entry or exit points for this course.
Master of Education
8 units | 16 months*
Master of Education (STEM)
8 units | 16 months*
Master of Education (Leadership)
8 units | 16 months*
Taught by industry experts
“The University of Canberra’s online Master of Education and Graduate Certificate in Education courses have been designed to provide teachers with ideal practical professional development and career-building opportunities, allowing them to shape their future education/professional pathways and enhance their skills and knowledge.”
Dr Beth Chapman
Program Director for Postgraduate Education
Taught by industry experts
“I continue to be impressed by the quality and authenticity of the assessment work of students in this course. I particularly value the way the program challenges practising educators to engage deeply with real problems of practice, resulting in thoughtful, context-rich submissions that reflect genuine professional growth. It is a privilege to witness the intellectual rigour and practical impact emerging from teachers who are committed to strengthening their craft through postgraduate study.”
Mr. Cheyne Webster
Lecturer in Education
Taught by industry experts
“Experienced educators recognise that each learner is unique and must have equitable access to learning. The Inclusion in Education unit recognises the variables that impact on learners' ability and willingness to engage in learning and provides an overview of inclusive education and its application in authentic teaching and learning settings. Students critically analyse theory, research and policy to determine the practical application of evidence-based approaches as they examine the challenges experienced by learners with diverse needs, including how these relate to assessment, intervention, instruction, collaboration and support.”
Ms. Belinda Maher
Lecturer in Education
Ready to learn more?
Download your course brochure for more detailed information including:
- What you’ll study
- Recognition of prior learning
- Entry requirements
- Fees and FEE-HELP
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Start your application to study with UC Online.
