Course Information
(HK$172,800/programme)
Course Overview
Aims
The aims of the programme are:
- to strengthen knowledge of and skills in education;
- to enhance analytical and critical understanding of issues in education from different perspectives;
- to develop a reflective, multi-disciplinary approach to education;
- to facilitate initiatives and promote leadership in education; and
- to foster competence in research in education.
Special Features of the Master of Education Programme
- The Master of Education Programme is intended for educators and those in education-related professions. It has the potential to benefit a range of professions, such as practising or prospective teachers, school management personnel, social workers, and those who have an interest in the field of, and specialised areas in, education.
- With a flexible programme design, students are allowed to choose one concentration area while they can also take courses offered by other concentrations. The Programme also offers a choice of dissertation/ independent project or coursework only for the fulfilment of graduation requirements.
- Class sizes are small, with ample opportunities for in-class discussion and interaction.
- English language is used in the full-time and part-time programmes.
What You’ll Learn
STRUCTURE
There are EIGHT concentrations available in the programme. Upon entry into the programme, each student must select one specific concentration and take all required courses in that concentration together with the common required courses and elective courses. The programme is comprised of 27 units in total with the distribution stipulated as follows:
Courses
Common Core Course 3 Units
- Research Methods in Education 3 Units
Concentration Core Course 12 Units
- Elective Course 6 Units
- Dissertation I & II or Independent Project & one additional elective course or Two additional elective courses 6 Units
Total 27 Units