Expand your knowledge of contemporary education while making a substantial and original contribution to an academic field of knowledge. With a focus on the challenges and opportunities facing the education profession today, UNE’s Master of Education (Research) provides you with the opportunity to build on your expertise and develop advanced research skills with the support and guidance of our renowned School of Education. Future proof your career in education with advanced research skills, specialist knowledge and transferable skills in communication, thought leadership and critical analysis.

Why study the Master of Education (Research) with UNE?

Take advantage of the strong research culture of UNE and produce independent research of the highest calibre with the Master of Education (Research) at UNE.

Our world-class academic staff have diverse research interests in a wide range of education disciplines including eLearning, ePedagogy and Innovation, Equity and Diversity, Languages and Literacies, Learning and Assessment, and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

This degree equips you with the advanced knowledge and skills to make an impactful contribution to the education profession in an academic environment that is renowned for its support, flexibility and research excellence.

What makes our course different?

When you study the Master of Education (Research) at UNE, you will have the opportunity to:

• Position yourself at the forefront of innovation and adaptation in contemporary education, with cutting-edge training in contemporary educational research, guided by UNE's vibrant research-led community who aim to achieve a high standard of excellence in learning, research and supervision.
• Build an expert understanding of your chosen academic field of knowledge, grounded in contemporary developments in education and research.
• Expand your skills as an independent researcher, working on your own findings to contribute new insights to the educational profession and academic field.
• Hone your skills in evaluating ideas and making informed judgements on complex issues in education, also expanding your understanding of the social and cultural importance of educational work.
• Complete your degree online to balance your research with work, family life and other commitments.

If you are an Australian or New Zealand student and meet the criteria for entry to the Master of Education (Research), you may be funded under the Australian Government’s Research Training Program (RTP) and may not incur tuition fees for the duration of the course. If you are an international student, you will incur tuition fees.

Internal funding is available to support research projects and UNE offers a range of scholarships for Higher Degree Research students.

96 Total Credit Points.

Offerings:

Research Period 1

• RSCH-1-OL-FT-ARMIDALE

• RSCH-1-OL-PT-ARMIDALE

• RSCH-1-ON-FT-ARMIDALE

• RSCH-1-ON-PT-ARMIDALE

Research Period 2

• RSCH-2-OL-FT-ARMIDALE

• RSCH-2-OL-PT-ARMIDALE

• RSCH-2-ON-FT-ARMIDALE

• RSCH-2-ON-PT-ARMIDALE

This degree will advance your career and options to undertake further study in a variety of ways. For example:

• a pathway which may lead directly to a Doctoral program
• professional enrichment as an educator and education decision-maker
• moving into a leadership position in education.

Admission to candidature in the degree of Master of Education (Research) (MEd(Res)) may be approved by the Committee only when the Head of School has: (a) certified that the necessary facili

An IELTS (Academic) overall score of at least 6.0 with no sub-band less than 5.5; or

Equivalent TOEFL score of at least 213 in the computer-based test; or

At least 79 in the internet-based test with no less than 22 in the written component; or

A PTE Academic minimum overall score of 57 with no skill less than 50.