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Master of Education

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Master's Degree

Duration

4 years and 18 months

Next start date

Expected Jul 2025

Campus

Main Campus

Summary

Introduction

The Master of Education (MEd) allows a pathway for current teachers, educational professionals, counsellors, and leaders to gain a master's level qualification examining practice and critical issues in education.

Those interested in a research-focused programme of study may consider the Master of Education (Thesis).

Please note this qualification is not a pathway to teacher registration. If you wish to study to become a registered teacher, check out our Teacher Education qualifications.

Entry criteria

Entry requirements

You will need to have a bachelor's degree (or an equivalent degree) with a major in Education or a related subject with a B grade average; or have any Aotearoa university degree and a professional teaching qualification.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Education or use the admission requirements checker.

How to apply

You can apply online at myUC.

See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.

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