Master of Education – MEd
Education studies
A course by
Massey University
The Master of Education enhances your professional knowledge and research skills while allowing you to explore new developments and changes in education. It offers flexible delivery, a range of specialisations, and a choice between coursework and research pathways.
NZ$11,615
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop updated professional knowledge in education
Critically explore current developments, theories, and innovations across diverse educational areas.
Build advanced research skills
Gain expertise in educational research design, methodologies (including indigenous frameworks), and data analysis.
About This Course
Massey University's Master of Education (MEd) is a postgraduate degree designed for educators and professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of educational theory, policy, leadership, and practice. The programme emphasises enquiry-based and inter-professional learning, giving students contemporary tools and perspectives immediately applicable to their work. With flexible online and blended learning options, students can choose from a wide variety of endorsement subjects or build a personalised study pathway. The degree is delivered part-time over a minimum of two years for full completion, culminating in advanced coursework or research projects.
Course Content
- Ruia taitea: Transforming Education (critical issues in Aotearoa New Zealand education)
- Research Methodologies in Education (quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods)
- Indigenous Research Methodologies (Māori and indigenous educational research frameworks)
- Digital Education
- Early Years
- Educational Administration and Leadership
- Inclusive Education
- Literacy Education
- Mathematics Education
- Guidance in Education
- Education and the Law
- Pacific Peoples and Education in New Zealand
- Advanced Studies in Motivation and Learning
- Assessment for Learning and Teaching
- Mana Kura: Leadership in Māori Education
- STEM in Education and Society
- Professional Inquiry project or Thesis research (depending on pathway)
Entry Requirements
Build towards these roles
Educational leadership rolesGuidance and counselling in educationTESOL educatorKaiwhakaako MāoriSpecial education specialistLearning and instructional designerProfessional development trainer in organisationsEducation policy or research roles
