Edmonton,
AB,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Education in Secondary Education (Thesis-Based) 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. USD6,751.12)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Department of Secondary Education provides graduate programs for the Master of Education, Master of Education with a Technology in Education specialization, Doctor of Philosophy, and Doctor of Education degrees. These programs aim to cultivate expertise for master teachers, subject-area educators, curriculum specialists, and academic researchers in instruction.
Typical graduate studies within the Department cover diverse fields including: curriculum analysis, educational frameworks, research approaches, Indigenous education studies, career and technical education (CTE), English language arts instruction, arts and media pedagogy, mathematics teaching methods, physical and health education, research techniques, science instruction, second language and ESL education, social studies teaching, educator training, and educational technology (through an interdepartmental MEd). Cross-disciplinary programs are available, with each student's curriculum tailored in collaboration with an academic advisor.
The thesis-based Master of Education program serves educators focused on curriculum development, teaching methodologies, and pedagogical advancement. It prepares graduates to excel as expert teachers, subject specialists, curriculum developers, and educational researchers. This program particularly benefits professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge for current roles, leadership positions, and future career growth, as well as those planning to pursue doctoral studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
a baccalaureate degree or its academic equivalent from an academic institution recognized by the University of Alberta. a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4 point scale in the most recent two years of full-time study (60 units) or equivalent. For master's programs, the Department's minimum admission requirements are an undergraduate degree with an admission GPA of at least 3.0 on the 4-point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution. The admission GPA will be calculated on the last 60 units of graded coursework completed, or on the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded coursework.
a minimum TOEFL score of 93 with a score of at least 24 on speaking and writing and 21 on reading and listening (internet-based), or equivalent,
IELTS with a minimum overall band score of 7.0, with at least 6.5 on each band,
CAEL with an overall minimum score of 70, with at least 60 on each subtest,
a minimum TOEFL score of 93 with a score of at least 24 on speaking and writing and 21 on reading and listening (internet-based), or equivalent,
IELTS with a minimum overall band score of 7.0, with at least 6.5 on each band,
CAEL with an overall minimum score of 70, with at least 60 on each subtest,
Tuition
CAD
9,406