Program Overview
The Education at The University of the West Indies is a MEd programme in Education over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Barbados and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Bridgetown, Barbados
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Primary Education Project or\', "Secondary Teachers\' Training Project"]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree of at least Lower Second Class Honours and the Diploma in Education of The University of the West Indies or any other diploma or certificate in Education acceptable to the School of Education or
- A Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree of at least Lower Second Class Honours and a Teacher\xc2\x92s College Certificate that are both acceptable to the School of Education.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About The University of the West Indies
The University of the West Indies
St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago
The University of the West Indies (UWI), originally University College of the West Indies, is a public university system established to serve the higher education needs of the residents of 18...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months