Master of Education with Honours
Why study the Master of Education with Honours at UNE?
Factors which are likely to influence decisions on which units you propose to undertake and which degree to enter, whether to complete the degree by thesis alone or in combination with course work, are likely to include: (i) the extent of previous study in the area which you will pursue further in a thesis. This is likely to strongly influence the course work which you choose; (ii) your personal preferences, including whether you prefer to undertake fairly supervised and structured course work on the one hand, or largely self-directed and self-paced research work on the other; (iii) your background (if any) in research methodology. If you do not have background in this area, you will almost certainly be advised to include two units in this area; (iv) your future plans.
Career Opportunities
Research pathway which may lead directly into Doctoral programs
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
1.5 Years Full-time3 Years Part-time
FEES
Research Training Scheme2011 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 1, On Campus
Semester 2, Off Campus
Semester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
All domestic students apply directly to Research Services at UNE using Research Services admission form(s)
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International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | MEd(Hons) | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate Research | |||||||||||||||
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| Fees | Research Training Scheme | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 72 | |||||||||||||||
| Benefits | RTS students are exempt from the requirement to pay student contribution and tuition fees. |
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| How to apply |
All domestic students apply directly to Research Services at UNE using Research Services admission form(s) For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate must: (a) (i) hold the degree of Bachelor of Education of UNE; or (ii) hold a bachelor degree of a university and either a diploma in the field of education or the equivalent of one year of full-time study in education beyond that required for a three-year first degree; or (iii) hold a graduate diploma relevant to the degree; or (iv) hold the Master of Education and have attained a level of Credit or better in eighteen points in Education; or (b) satisfy the Higher Degrees Research Committee, upon the recommendation of the faculty by means of other qualifications and relevant experience of adequate preparation for candidature. |
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| Additional Requirements | When a candidate applies for admission to the Master of Education (Hons) they are asked to indicate their preferred program of course work and a thesis topic and proposed supervisor(s). Based on your academic record and the information provided in your application for admission, the Faculty will determine your program of study and your supervisor(s). Both the program of study and supervisors are subject to change by the Faculty, at your request and in consultation with the supervisor(s) and relevant Head of School. |
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Violet (BCC 179) |
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| Further Information | Contact Research Services on 1800 463 520 or 02 6773 3715 or email hdr@une.edu.au. |
Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall:
(a)(i) hold the degree of Bachelor of Education of The University of New England; or
(ii) hold a bachelor degree of a university and either a diploma in the field of education or the equivalent of one year of full-time study in education beyond that required for a three-year first degree; or
(iii) hold a graduate diploma relevant to the degree; or
(iv) hold the Master of Education; and
(v) have attained a level of Credit or better in 18 credit points in education; or
(b) satisfy the Higher Degree Research Committee, upon the recommendation of the Head of School by means of other qualifications and relevant experience of adequate preparation for candidature.
* Generally it will be expected that Master of Education with Honours (Special Education) candidates will have had at least two years' experience post degree. In addition, Master of Education with Honours (Special Education) candidates will be required to have successfully completed at least one unit in special education or have special education work experience.
Advanced Standing
A maximum of 24 credit points may be granted for equivalent coursework units only.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) 1.5 years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to five years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 72 credit points as specified in Schedule A, B or C.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
Schedule A
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 72 cps |
| Total | 72 cps |
To view complete Program of Study click here
Schedule B
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 60 cps |
| Listed Units | 12 cps |
| Total | 72 cps |
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Schedule C
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 60 cps |
| Specialisation | 12 cps |
| Total | 72 cps |
To view complete Program of Study click here
Approved Specialisations
Arts Education
Early Childhood
eLearning
Gifted and Talented Education
Indigenous Australian Education
International Schooling, Education and Development
Literature and New Literacies
Mathematics
Physical Education
School Leadership
Science Education
Special Education
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Award of Degree
(a) Candidates who meet the course requirements listed in Schedule A or B and who have not specialised shall be awarded the Master of Education with Honours.
(b) Candidates who meet the course requirements listed in Schedule C and who specialise shall be awarded the Master of Education with Honours in the following: Arts Education; Early Childhood; eLearning; Gifted and Talented Education; Indigenous Australian Education; International Schooling, Education and Development; Literature and New Literacies; Mathematics Education; Physical Education; School Leadership; Science Education; Special Education; Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies on completion of 24 credit points of coursework units in Schedule B or C.
Alternatively they may transfer to the Master of Education and complete additional units required to fulfil the degree.
Progress and Conduct
Failure to obtain a result of Credit or better in each course work unit shall be deemed to be unsatisfactory progress.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct.