Master of Education Research (STEM)
A research-focused master’s degree integrating STEM expertise with educational innovation and policy.
Best for:Best for educators, STEM professionals, and researchers with a passion for integrating cutting-edge STEM knowledge into educational theory and practice.
Overview
The Master of Education Research (STEM) at Excelsia University College is a supervised research degree designed for educators, industry professionals, and researchers seeking to advance STEM education through rigorous inquiry. This programme combines a one-semester coursework phase—covering research design, literature reviews, qualitative/quantitative methods, and ethics—with a three-semester thesis stage, where candidates propose, develop, and execute original research projects. The focus is on bridging STEM disciplines (science, digital technologies, engineering, and mathematics) with educational contexts, addressing contemporary challenges like globalisation and ICT-driven learning. Graduates gain specialised skills in research methodology while contributing to the field’s knowledge base, with strong industry and academic employment prospects in Australia and internationally.
What you'll do
- Propose, design, and implement an original research project in STEM education, addressing gaps in knowledge or practice.
- Complete a one-semester coursework phase covering research training, literature reviews, and ethics proposal preparation.
- Conduct quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis to support your research objectives.
- Collaborate with potential supervisors to align your research focus with disciplinary expertise.
- Present findings in a thesis and contribute to the advancement of STEM education theory and practice.
Requirements
Degree required: Minimum of a three-year undergraduate degree in a STEM discipline with a Grade Point Average of Credit or above, combined with relevant industry experience, OR a bachelor (honours) or master’s degree in a STEM discipline.
Degree offered: Master of Education Research (STEM)
Language: English proficiency equivalent to IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0) or PTE Academic 58 (no score below 51).
Instruction: English
- Proven academic or industry experience in a STEM discipline.
- Ability to conduct independent research with a focus on educational contexts.
- Familiarity with quantitative and/or qualitative research methods.
- Strong writing and communication skills for research proposal and thesis development.
- Applicants must have a recognised undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a STEM discipline (or equivalent overseas qualification).
- Applicants from non-STEM backgrounds may be considered if they demonstrate relevant skills, industry experience, and capacity for STEM-based research.
- No age or residency restrictions, but English proficiency requirements apply for non-native speakers.
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How to apply
Applicants must submit a 1,000-word expression of interest (EOI) outlining their research focus, expertise, and alignment with educational contexts. The EOI should demonstrate the potential significance of their research, mastery of subject knowledge, and how their specialisation connects to educational settings. Additional requirements include meeting academic degree criteria and English proficiency standards.
- 1,000-word expression of interest (EOI)
- Official academic transcripts (undergraduate and postgraduate, if applicable)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/PTE scores if applicable)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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