Master of Education
James Cook University JCU
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00117J
Advance your professional career and become a leader in your field. You will expand your understanding of educational leadership, contemporary educational developments and transformative education. Explore a range of coursework subjects or focus on a small-scale research project. This Master of Education degree has a strong focus on leadership across a range of learning communities and contexts. You will consider how globalisation influences the discipline of Education and its delivery. In subjects such as Educational Leadership and Education for Sustainability, you will explore the ethical practice of educational leadership, the contemporary theories of effective leadership, the elements and methods of leadership development, and strategies for leading change in organisational processes and performance.You will also learn about how educating for sustainability and educating sustainably is one of the key issues of our time. You will understand the importance of being a leader who emphasises addressing this issue. Gain an awareness of the contemporary approaches to education for sustainability in a range of teaching and learning contexts. Your expert grasp of education policy, curriculum, pedagogy, communication theory and research in education for sustainability will equip you to become a teacher, educator and leader who drives positive, sustainable change.
Designed for
Education graduates wishing to further their qualifications for professional development
Structure
36 credit points by coursework.
Subjects
- Global contexts
- Leadership and management
Standard entry requirements
- AQF level 7 degree plus 2 years' professional work experience in education
- AQF level 7 degree in education
- AQF level 8 qualification with minimum 2 years as professional educator
- AQF level 8 qualification in education.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| JCU Brisbane | Domestic: $36,080 | No |
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| JCU Online | Domestic: $36,080 International: $32,040 | No |
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Further information
This course offered to international students by offshore external study only. For more information: https://www.jcu.edu.au/courses-and-study
