Postgraduate

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Master of Education

Offered By: Open University Malaysia (OUM)

Programme Synopsis
The objective of the Master of Education is to equip the learner with up-to-date knowledge and specialised skills to enhance the individual’s professional career as well as provide continuous personal improvement in today’s world.

In the knowledge society of today, there is a growing demand for highly-educated teachers or educational leaders to manage schools and institutions more effectively.

Educational expertise and credibility are prerequisites of schools and institutions with raised academic standards and adapt to the needs of the ever-changing world.

Programme Structure
Degree by Coursework and Research (Structure II)

Entry Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree with honours in education or its equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree with Diploma in Education OR
• Kursus Perguruan Lepasan Ijazah (KPLI) OR
• Teaching Diploma / Certificate OR
• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years’ work experience or its equivalent

OPEN ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER’S PROGRAMMES
To be considered under Open Entry, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be at least 35 years old on 1st of January (applied year) AND possess STPM (minimum 1 principle) OR a recognised diploma or
  equivalent, AND
• Possess prior learning experience and / or knowledge relevant to the programme applied for
• Not applicable for research-based master’s programmes.

DURATION OF STUDY
A master’s degree programme can be completed within a minimum period of two years.

Extension
Learners who are not able to complete their studies within the stipulated maximum period under the doctoral degree programme
may apply for an extension of not more than three semesters or one academic year by making a written application to the Director for approval. The application must be made three months before the end of the duration of study.

Failure to complete a programme within the stipulated duration may result in the termination of candidature.