Master of Arts Education Studies
The MA Education Studies programme will offer a course of study that is academically challenging and relevant to a wide range of educational contexts. The aim is to enhance students’ knowledge and conceptual understanding of a range of contemporary educational issues. A wide variety of teaching methods is used during the programme; including lectures, seminars and tutorials. The degree programme is assessed using a variety of methods; including essay, report, presentation, and dissertation.
The main educational aims of the programme are:
Provide a supportive learning environment appropriate to postgraduate study and research
Offer a programme that is academically challenging and relevant to a wide range of educational contexts
Enhance the knowledge and conceptual understanding of a range of educational issues
Share innovative and inspirational experiences that stimulate learning
Present a critical framework within which students can develop their own responses to contemporary educational issues
Contribute to the continuing professional development of students on each pathway – teachers and lecturers, leaders and managers
There are two pathways available in the programme, one for ‘Teachers and Lecturers’ and one for ‘Leaders and Managers’. Each pathway consists of four taught modules and a dissertation.
Intakes
- March
- Sep Deadline: Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 28
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Full-Time Positions (Non-Academic & Academic)
Academic Positions (Part-Time)
Associate Lecturer(s) will be appointed on part-time basis to cater to short-term teaching requirements. After the recruitment process has concluded, the official appointment will take place three (3) to six (6) months prior to the commencement of classes or it will be subject to the availability of teaching classes.
Applicants must possess a recognised University degree. Any other relevant professional qualifications, industry experience and pedagogical training would be advantageous.
PSW Opportunity
- The International Students studying in certain institutions in Singapore are allowed to work part time for 16 hours per week as mentioned on the Ministry of Manpower website of Singapore.
- Students who have studied in the institutions mentioned on the Ministry of Manpower website of Singapore are allowed to apply for a Long Term Visitor Pass.
- They are allowed to look for a job during this time period.This is for 12 months.If the students get a job during this time period, the employer may sponsor for an Employment pass.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Entry Requirements
All applicants must be age 21 and above, and must obtain one of the following requirements:
A UK Bachelor Degree with at least a lower 2nd class honours classification OR
An overseas degree-level qualification and grade which are equivalent to a UK honours degree with a 2nd class grade. A minimum of 1 year of teaching experience is required. OR
Candidates without a degree or required grade may also be considered on the basis of possessing other qualifications and having at least 2 years of relevant work experience in Education
Other requirements:
One academic reference
One employer reference
Personal statement/statement of purpose
English Language Requirements
Applicants are required to meet one of the following requirements:
IELTS 6.0 (with no element below 5.5)
OR
TOEFL internet based test (IBT) 75 (Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20, Writing 18)
OR
Pearson PTE 56 (no element lower than 51)
OR
Cambridge English Test Advanced - 169 (no element below 162)
OR
MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE)
OR
Pass MDIS English Placement Test
OR
Letter from College/University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English
OR
Equivalent
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year 03 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
25145 SGD
Annual Cost of Living: 10400 SGD
Application Fee: 481 SGD