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Master of Educational Studies
Duration
18 - 24 months
10 subjects
Classes commence
| September (Autumn) |
| January (Winter) |
| April (Spring) |
Fees*
AED 7,846.13 / USD 2,138 per subject
*VAT 5% inclusive
Gain a professional edge in the educational domain
Our Master of Educational Studies not only enhances your job prospects and income potential, but also prepares you to make a significant impact on the education sector. With specialized training, you’ll be ready to take on leadership and policy-making roles, and efficiently run an educational institution.
The program offers multiple career-centred concentrations, allowing you to customise your education to align with your career goals. Whether your ambition is to teach, strengthen your leadership expertise, advance your career, or broaden your horizons in education, this program provides you with the professional edge you need.
What lies ahead for graduates with an education master’s degree
A master’s degree in education is a passport to a wide range of rewarding careers, not just in Dubai or the UAE, but globally. The U.S. Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS) reports that the education sector has witnessed substantial job growth in recent years. The future looks promising for graduates in this field. Between 2020 and 2030, the projected growth rates for various roles are impressive: teacher assistants (9%), elementary to high school principals and postsecondary education administrators (8%), and school and career counsellors and advisors (11%). This underscores the value of an education master’s degree in securing well-paying and fulfilling roles in the education sector.
Students applying for a master's degree must have completed a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) at an accredited institution of higher education and have achieved the minimum grades outlined below:
| Country | Direct Admission | Probationary Entry* GPA 2.5-2.99 or equivalent |
Conditional Entry** GPA 2.0-2.49 or equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 65% | 57% | 50% |
| Brazil | 7/10 | 6/10 | 5/10 |
| China | 75% | 63% | 50% |
| Colombia | 3.5/5 | 3.25/5 | 3/5 |
| Egypt | 65% (Good) | 57% | 50% (Pass) |
| India | 50% | 45% | 40% |
| 10 Point System: 7.0/10.0 | 10 Point System: 6.0/10.0 | 10 Point System: 5.0/10.0 | |
| 4 Point System: 3.0/4.0 | 4 Point System: 2.5/4.0 | 4 Point System: 2.0/4.0 | |
| Iran | 14 | 13 | 12 |
| Japan | 70/100 or 4/5 | 65/100 or 3.5/5 | 60/100 or 3/5 |
| Jordan | 70% | 60% | 50% |
| Kenya | 50% | 45% | 40% |
| Lebanon | 11 | 10.5 | 10 |
| Mexico | 8/10 | 7/10 | 6/10 |
| Nepal | 50% | 45% | 40% |
| Nigeria | 50% | 45% | 40% |
| Pakistan | 50% | 45% | 40% |
| Russia | Average of 4 | Average of 3.5 | Average of 3 |
| South Korea | 80/100 | 75/100 | 70/100 |
| UAE | 3 | 2.5 | 2 |
| UK | 2nd Class Honours with lower division (or min 50%) | 45% | Pass (or min 40%) |
| USA | 3 | 2.5 | 2 |
* Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in the relevant field of study, or its equivalent, with an overall GPA between 2.5 and 2.99 (on a 4.0 scale) may be conditionally admitted to a master’s program, only if they meet the necessary English language requirement. Such students must take a maximum of 18cp of subjects studied for the master’s degree during the period of conditional admission and must achieve an overall WAM of 55 in their first 3 subjects at the University. Students who fail to achieve this standard may have their enrolment discontinued.
** Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in the relevant field of study, or its equivalent, with an overall GPA between 2.0 and 2.49 (on a 4.0 scale) may be conditionally admitted to a master’s degree, only if they meet the necessary English language requirement and they will be required to complete a maximum of 18cp remedial non-credit bearing subjects prior to enrolment in their chosen master’s degree. Students must achieve a minimum WAM of 55 in these subjects in order to progress to the master’s degree or may have their enrolment discontinued.
Note:
[1] Unless otherwise stated, the entry requirements above are based on Section I institutions. Further details on alternate entry requirements can be obtained by contacting the Admissions department.
At UOWD, all classes are taught in English and in order to enrol in a master's degree you will need to submit one of the following certificate of English language proficiency:
| English Language Test | Entry Score |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic |
Overall score of 6.5 with 6.0 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking |
| TOEFL Internet-based |
88 with not less than 22 in Writing, 20 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 18 in Speaking |
| TOEFL Computer based |
231 with a 4.5 TWE/Essay Writing |
| TOEFL* International paper based |
575 with a 4.5 TWE/Essay Writing |
| EmSAT Achieve English |
1550 |
* Students admitted under this criterion must complete the test at AMIDEAST.
If you are seeking credit for prior learning, you will need to submit an official academic transcripts showing all courses studied and the grades obtained, syllabus details (including information on course content) for the courses you have successfully completed and an explanation of the grading system. Your eligibility for Credit for Prior Learning will be decided in consultation with UOWD's Faculty Offices prior to the beginning of the program.
To make an application for your chosen program, complete the online application form and submit it along with all your supporting documentation (see below) prior to the application deadline.
Late applications may be accepted subject to the availability of places but applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
The following records are required to process your application. Please ensure that all these documents accompany your UOWD application for admission form submittal:
- The original transcripts of your bachelor’s degree results
- A Certificate of Completion
(If the above documents are not in English, a certified English translation is required)
- Proof of your english language proficiency
(Note: Results from IELTS & TOEFL tests must be sent to the University directly from the IELTS or TOEFL testing centres quoting the UOWD institution code IELTS: AE109 / TOEFL: 7907)
- Your current resume or CV
- A copy of your UAE ID card (if applying from within the UAE)
- A copy of your passport (and Residence Visa, if resident in the UAE).
Additionally, if you are seeking advance standing in your chosen program:
- Certified copies of official academic transcripts showing all courses studied and grades obtained, syllabus details (including information on course content) of the courses you successfully completed and an explanation of the grading system.
Applications are required to obtain attestation / equivalency of their bachelor’s degree from the UAE Ministry of Education. The attestation / equivalency process is dependent upon whether you completed your bachelor’s degree within the UAE or outside the UAE.
If the bachelor’s degree was completed outside UAE, you must have your bachelor’s degree and transcripts/mark sheets certified by:
- The issuing University and/or recognised authority for tertiary education in the host country in which you completed your education
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the host country
- The UAE Embassy in that host country OR the Embassy of the host country in UAE must attest the authenticity of the documents and attestations.
Additionally, the UAE Ministry of Education must issue an Equivalency Certificate. Applicants must have a valid UAE residency visa when applying for an Equivalency Certificate. In special cases where complying with conditions (2) and (3) are not feasible, the certificates may be verified against originals by Embassies in the UAE and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
If you are unable to secure the Equivalency Certificate(s) as outlined above will be asked to sign a “Consent to Provide Documents” form agreeing to secure the equivalency. You will be permitted to commence your studies at UOWD, but will be given a maximum of one semester to obtain the equivalency certificate(s). UOWD reserves the right to take appropriate action against any applicant who cannot secure the appropriate documentation in this time, which may result in the termination of the student’s enrolment at UOWD.
For more information or assistance on attesting documents from outside UAE, click here.
Program Structure
To qualify for the Master of Educational Studies, a student is required to successfully complete 10 core subjects (including one of the final module options).
Core Subjects
- A) A placement in a school setting for a minimum of 5 weeks. This placement can take place in different formats depending on the student’s time schedule and availability.
- B) Completion of a portfolio that documents all the tasks and activities that students engaged in and completed as part of their placement (i.e. personal reflections, classroom observations, the design of learning units, assessments, classroom management plan, and extra-curricular activities, etc.).
Final Module Options
- A) A placement in a school setting for a minimum of 5 weeks. This placement can take place in different formats depending on the student’s time schedule and availability.
- B) Completion of a portfolio that documents all the tasks and activities that students engaged in and completed as part of their placement (i.e. personal reflections, classroom observations, the design of learning units, assessments, classroom management plan, and extra-curricular activities, etc.).
Minor Research Project This research subject is an independent research project that will be undertaken individually under the guidance of a supervisor. The project will require students to identify, articulate and investigate research questions in a particular area of study. The project aims to deepen as well as broaden the aptitude towards scientific research as well as the theoretical knowledge. This may be an empirical study or students might choose to explore the issue by critically analysing theoretical and empirical literature in the area. The work includes literature review, planning and execution of the project, critical analyses of relevant scientific literature and the student’s own results.
Minor Research Project This research subject is an independent research project that will be undertaken individually under the guidance of a supervisor. The project will require students to identify, articulate and investigate research questions in a particular area of study. The project aims to deepen as well as broaden the aptitude towards scientific research as well as the theoretical knowledge. This may be an empirical study or students might choose to explore the issue by critically analysing theoretical and empirical literature in the area. The work includes literature review, planning and execution of the project, critical analyses of relevant scientific literature and the student’s own results.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of our Master of Educational Studies course, you will be equipped with a profound understanding of educational theory and practice, setting the stage for significant career progression. You’ll acquire comprehensive knowledge of contemporary educational trends and practical research skills, priming you for influential roles in policy-making, mentorship, or pedagogy. As a graduate of this distinguished program, you’ll be poised to excel in a variety of roles, including:
- Teacher, Lecturer
- Counsellor
- School Management
- Principal
- Research Assistant
Accreditation and Recognition
All degrees at the University of Wollongong in Dubai are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the UAE Ministry of Education and are licensed by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). In addition, the degree is quality assured by UOW, which is registered with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), the national regulator of the higher education sector in Australia.
Students will be issued a UOW Australia degree upon graduation.
Dr Muna Amr
Associate Professor
Program Director (Social Sciences, Psychology, Educational Studies)
Dr Amr is an Associate Professor of Education at the Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Health at the University of Wollongong in Dubai. In the field of education, her primary research interests are on inclusive education, blended learning, teacher education, literacy, education for refugee children and educational policies and reform in the Middle East.
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