Program Overview
The Education at University of the Sunshine Coast is a MEd programme in Education over 24 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 Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 171 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 171 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Brisbane, Australia
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
- Professional Learning
- Curriculum Development and Evaluation
- Pedagogies for Engagement
- Leadership for Learning Communities
- Assessment: Principles and Practices
- Contemporary Issues in Education
- Second Language Acquisition and Learning
- Second Language Teaching Methodologies
- Interlanguage Phonology
- Language, Culture and Second Language Learning
- Research Methods in Education
- Contemporary Issues in Steiner Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Candidates for the award of Master of Education are normally required to hold:
- an appropriate 4-year bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) qualification in the education discipline from a recognised tertiary institution
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 171 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 171 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 171 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 171 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the Sunshine Coast directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of the Sunshine Coast
University of the Sunshine Coast
Sippy Downs, Australia
University of the Sunshine Coast is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-10-17
- Start Date 2018-02-26
- Language English
- Duration 24 months