Why study Master of Education (Teaching and Learning) at HELP?
Key features of HELP’s Master of Education in Teaching and Learning:
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Peer learning by working with other professional teachers from across the country and with different language backgrounds.
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Innovative pedagogical practices and integrative methodologies.
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Highly qualified and dedicated academic team with extensive record of service in leading universities in the region, all with strong pedagogy background.
Programme Overview
These are the subjects and electives that you will take as part of the programme.
Subject Listing – Structure
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 40 CREDIT HOURSÂ CORE MODULES (COMPULSORY)
- MED 6013 – Foundations of Education
- MED 6023 – Curriculum Development
- MED 6033 – Instructional Media in Teaching and Learning
- MED 6084 – Educational Research Methodology
- MED 6133 – Project Based Learning
- MED 6144 – Assessment and Evaluation in Education
- MED 6154 – Interaction and Facilitating Skills in Educational Contexts
- MED 6164 – Strategies for Teaching and Learning
ELECTIVES (CHOOSE ONE)
- MED6153 – Educational Management and Leadership
- MED 6163 – Technology and Educational Innovations
- MED 6173 – Theatre Arts in Educational Contexts
TEACHING SUBJECTS (CHOOSE ONE)
- MED 6093 – Teaching of Language and Literature
- MED 6103 – Teaching of Mathematics and Science
- MED 6113 – Teaching of Social Studies and Environment
PRACTICUM (COMPULSORY – SELECT ONE EDUCATION SETTING)
- MED 6146 – Practicum and Research Inquiry in Education Settings
Programme Schedule
- 10 modules, six (6) weeks classes per module, excluding assignments and examinations.
- Face-to-face classes on first, third, and sixth weekends (Saturday & Sunday classes)
- Minimum of one week break between modules- adjusted to fit public holidays if necessary.
- Course Duration: 10 modules X 9 weeks = 90 weeks or ± 2 years
You will need to fulfill one of these entry requirements to join the programme.
Entry Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree of a course of study of at least 3 years from a recognised university with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 or equivalent, subject to following:
- For non-education graduates, a minimum of one year’s teaching experience is required – those with less than one year’s teaching experience are required to attend a bridging programme to prepare them for the MEDU (TL) programme.
- Non-degree holders with at least a diploma or STPM may obtain MQA Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) approval for postgrad admission.
- For international candidates, English proficiency in terms of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent is requirement for course commencement.
Career Pathways
Here are the career pathways for graduates who complete the Master of Education (Teaching and Learning) programme.
Possible Career Pathways
- Head of Department
- Programme Director
- Academic Advisor
- Curriculum Designer
- College Lecturer
- Tutor
- Administrator
- Teacher
