Master of Education MMEM
Adelaide, Australia
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Feb 2025
TUITION FEES
AUD 33,500 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2024
Key Summary
Introduction
Degree overview
- Broaden your career prospects with a specialisation in teaching English to speakers of other languages.
- Benefit from flexible learning options, including online study and intensive on-campus workshops.
- Use this qualification as a pathway to further learning, including doctoral studies.
- The University's education degrees are number one in South Australia* and top 150 in the world for education**.
- The curriculum is informed by above world-class research in education***.
Why Master of Education
The University is South Australia's largest tertiary provider for education degrees. The curriculum for this master degree is informed by above world-class research*.
In addition, you will benefit from the skills, expertise and knowledge of experienced lecturers who are active in research related to multi-literacies and global Englishes.
*Results for Specialist Studies in Education - 2018 Excellence in Research for Australia
Curriculum
You will graduate from this master degree with an advanced understanding of educational theory and TESOL methodologies; you will also develop advanced research skills.
The curriculum is separated into two different streams - the Education Project pathway and the Education Thesis pathway. Each pathway explores research methods, with the Thesis pathway preparing students for further learning, such as doctoral studies.
Career Opportunities
Teachers have a passion for learning and a dedication to the social, emotional, physical and psychological development of their students. Well-developed interpersonal skills, patience, as well as impeccable organisational and communication skills, are key attributes of successful educators. Graduates of this master degree are qualified to teach the English language in a variety of settings, from preschool to adult and tertiary settings.
Careers to consider may include:
- English language educator: teach English language to non-English speakers in a variety of settings
- Curriculum developer: research relevant and current topics that are beneficial to student learning, and assist teachers by informing them of the most recent techniques and educational approaches
- Educational leader: review current learning and, in collaboration with teaching staff, develop strategies to enhance teaching outcomes