Master of Educational Leadership
Advance your career and develop advanced leadership capability in education.
Best for:Best for qualified educators and professionals seeking advanced leadership and research roles in various educational contexts.
Overview
The Master of Educational Leadership at the University of Waikato is a 180-point postgraduate degree designed for qualified educators aiming to progress into leadership roles. This flexible programme, available online and on campus, equips professionals with the skills to support change, drive innovation, and critically engage with educational research. Students explore a variety of educational contexts while building advanced research expertise and practical leadership frameworks. Applicants are expected to be qualified educators seeking to enhance the quality of educational programmes and creative opportunities within their respective fields.
What you'll do
- Engage with advanced coursework focused on educational leadership and management
- Critically analyze, evaluate, and contribute to contemporary educational research
- Design and implement strategies to support change and innovation within educational settings
- Examine diverse educational contexts spanning adult, childhood, and special education
- Complete a 180-point postgraduate qualification demonstrating advanced research capability
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or professional qualification in education or a related field
Degree offered: Master's Degree
Language: English proficiency as required by the university for international postgraduate students
Instruction: English
- Prior background or qualification in education or teaching
- Demonstrated interest in educational leadership and innovation
- Ability to understand and critique academic literature and educational research
- Must meet general admission criteria for postgraduate study at the University of Waikato
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How to apply
Interested applicants should visit the official study portal to review admission requirements and submit their application through the online system. Ensure all required academic transcripts and supporting documentation are prepared prior to submission.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of identity
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