Master of Education
Education studies
A course by
AUT
Designed for education professionals, AUT's Master of Education provides advanced study in educational theory, research, leadership, and policy. Choose either a coursework or research pathway to deepen knowledge and develop advanced research skills.
NZ$13,630
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced research skills
Graduates will acquire in-depth research skills for application to their area of education through coursework, dissertation, or thesis pathways.
Critically analyse educational theory and practice
Students will gain ability to critically evaluate educational practices, policies, and research in a range of educational contexts.
About This Course
The Master of Education at AUT is for practising education professionals who wish to undertake advanced study in educational theory, research, leadership and policy. This master's degree allows you to study coursework or complete a substantial dissertation or thesis. It is not a teaching qualification and does not enable registration as a teacher. Graduates will develop advanced critical analysis, independent research skills, and a broad understanding of educational studies, policy, and leadership in Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally.
Course Content
- EDUC808 Aims and Conceptions of Education
- EDUC911 Advanced Scholarship in Education Literature
- EDUC912 Education Project
- EDUC809 Global Influences on Education Policy in Aotearoa New Zealand
- EDLD811 Conceptualisations of Educational Leadership
- EDUC814 Individual Directed Study
- EDUC819 Educational Research
- EDUC827 Perspectives on Māori and Pacific Education Experiences
- EDUC830 Contemporary Issues in Education
- EDUC836 Learning Environments for the 21st Century
- EDUC837 Digital Pedagogies and the Techno-Literate Teacher
- EDUC859 Pacific Education - Issues and Perspectives
- EDUC867 Kaupapa Māori Educational Approaches
- EDUC998 Master of Education Thesis
- EDUC997 Master of Education Dissertation
Entry Requirements
Build towards these roles
Leadership roles in educational organisationsPolicy adviser or analyst (education sector)Academic or educational researcherProgramme co-ordinator in education settingsFurther doctoral study
Build skills in these industries
EducationPolicy and leadership
