Edmonton,
AB,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Education in Educational Policy Studies - Social Justice and International Studies in Education in Edmonton Canada | University of Alberta
University of Alberta
|
Edmonton Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
9,406
(c. USD6,746.3)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Social Justice and International Studies in Education (SJI) specialization examines education through philosophical, theoretical, and ideological perspectives while considering its social and cultural environments. Previously called "educational foundations," this area of study incorporates insights from philosophy, history, sociology, and related disciplines to analyze education across diverse local, national, and global contexts. It employs ethical principles, epistemological approaches, historical analysis, political economy, sociological perspectives, social theory, comparative education, and cultural studies as analytical tools for understanding educational systems. SJI coursework investigates connections between education and broader economic, political, and cultural structures, introducing students to various political, ethical, and epistemological viewpoints for examining issues like socioeconomic disparities, gender and racial dynamics, cultural diversity, LGBTQ+ identities, civic participation, environmental concerns, global development, transnational processes, activism, and postcolonial realities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
MEd students are initially admitted into the course-based route. Applicants to the master's degree must have a four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) that has been granted by a recognized academic institution and a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4-point grading scale. Additionally, some specializations may require previous professional experience; for example, the Educational Administration and Leadership specialization requires applicants to have a minimum of two years of teaching experience or equivalent.
TOEFL minimum score of score of 93 (Internet-based) with a minimum of 24 on the speaking and writing bands of the test, or equivalent (GPS's minimum for the reading and listening bands of the TOEFL test is 21);
IELTS Academic minimum score of 7.0 with a minimum of 7.0 on each test band;
Tuition
CAD
9,406