Master of Education (Research)
A three-semester research degree for education professionals to advance expertise in educational practice, policy, and research leadership.
Best for:Best for experienced educators, administrators, and professionals in the education sector seeking to conduct independent research and advance their expertise in educational leadership and policy.
Overview
The Master of Education (Research) at Murdoch University is a three-semester programme designed for experienced educators, administrators, and professionals seeking to deepen their expertise through independent research. This degree equips graduates with advanced skills to address critical issues in educational practice, policy, and research, fostering leadership in the sector. Applicants typically include teachers, educational leaders, and professionals aiming to contribute to scholarly or professional advancements in education. The programme balances rigorous research training with practical application, allowing candidates to specialise in areas relevant to their career goals. It serves as a pathway for those looking to transition into higher research degrees or enhance their professional impact in education.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research in an area of educational practice, policy, or leadership under academic supervision.
- Develop advanced skills in research design, data collection, and analysis relevant to education.
- Develop a thesis or research project addressing critical issues in the education sector.
- Engage with scholarly or professional communities to disseminate research findings.
- Collaborate with academic supervisors to refine research questions and methodologies.
- Extend and deepen expertise in education through focused research and professional development.
Requirements
Degree required: A Bachelor Degree in Education (AQF level 7) or equivalent, OR a Bachelor Degree in a different discipline (AQF level 7) with a graduate course in Education (AQF level 8) or equivalent, OR a Bachelor Degree in a different discipline with significant scholarly or professional attainments in Education (equivalent to AQF level 8).
Degree offered: Master of Education (Research)
Language: English proficiency (not explicitly stated but implied for academic research).
Instruction: English
- Ability to conduct independent research in education-related fields.
- Strong academic writing and thesis development skills.
- Proficiency in research methodologies applicable to education.
- Evidence of scholarly or professional attainments relevant to the proposed research discipline.
- Applicants must have a Bachelor Degree in Education or equivalent.
- Alternative eligibility includes a Bachelor Degree in a different discipline with relevant graduate coursework or significant professional attainments in Education.
- No explicit nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
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How to apply
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Applicants must submit an online application through Murdoch University’s graduate research portal. Required documents include a CV, academic transcripts, a research proposal, and evidence of scholarly or professional attainments relevant to the proposed research discipline. Additional materials may be requested by the Dean of Graduate Research.
- CV
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor Degree and any relevant graduate coursework)
- Research proposal outlining the proposed research discipline
- Evidence of scholarly or professional attainments relevant to the research discipline
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