Master of Education at Sunway University

Master of Education

Qualification

Master's Degree

Duration

1 years

Intake

JanJanFebFebMarMarAprAprMayMayJunJunJulJulAugAugSepSepOctOctNovNovDecDec

English Requirement

IELTS 6.0

Offer Letter

Free

Class Type

Physical

Course Fee for International Students

	Yearly Tuition fees
	Year	Fee
	1st Year	MYR 45,190

	Other Fees
	Description	Fee
	Deposit (refundable)	MYR 1,000
	Enrolment Fee (non-refundable)	MYR 700
	International Administrative Fee (Yearly)	MYR 2,250
	Student Resource Fee (Yearly)	MYR 3,240
	Visa and Insurance	MYR 2,400

The Master of Education at Sunway University is designed to empower educators who are passionate about making a significant impact in the field of education This program equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to become a pioneering researcher and drive positive change

In a supportive environment, you can explore a wide range of educational topics, including educational psychology, curriculum development, instructional leadership, and educational technology The program is tailored to adapt to your unique research goals, providing the flexibility and guidance necessary for your success

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will receive a degree from Lancaster University, along with two certificates, making them graduates of both Sunway University and Lancaster University.

Entry Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree (Level 6 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.75, as accepted by the HEP's Senate.

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

Academician / Lecturer
School principal
Head of Faculty
School Director
Kindergarten Teacher
Teacher
Corporate Trainer
Year Level Coordinator
Student Engagement Lead
Student Experience Lead
Education Manager
Head of Department

Research Methodology

In addition to the thesis component, students will be required to take Research Methodology to enhance their knowledge in research.

Thesis

Students pursuing the Master of Education programme shall undertake an in-depth study on a particular research topic, the findings of which shall be submitted in the form of a thesis. The thesis must be defended in an oral examination called viva voce.

Professional Development Activities

Workshops

To support our postgraduate students in their research journey, we provide a comprehensive and enriching learning experience through a strategic combination of workshop series and research colloquium. The workshop series aims to enhance practical research skills through hands-on sessions, fostering collaboration among students and addressing research challenges collectively. The tailored content delivery will cater specifically to the unique needs of educational research, covering areas such as skill acquisition, literature review techniques, methodologies, and ethical considerations. We also include a workshop on generative artificial intelligence (AI), equipping you with cutting-edge skills relevant to the demands of 21st-century teaching and learning.

There are nine (9) series of workshops that postgraduate students can attend before embarking on thesis writing. The first six (6) series of workshops are compulsory and the last three (3) series of workshops are optional.

Workshop 1: Introduction to Research
Workshop 2: Reviewing the Literature
Workshop 3: Research Purpose, Research Objectives, Research Questions and Hypotheses
Workshop 4: Quantitative Research Methodology
Workshop 5: Qualitative Research Methodology
Workshop 6: Research Proposal and Thesis Writing
Workshop 7: Generative AI for Research
Workshop 8: SPSS for Beginners
Workshop 9: NVivo for Beginners

Research Colloquium

Alongside a series of workshops, postgraduate students are encouraged to attend research colloquia, which offer opportunities for networking, presenting their work, and receiving constructive feedback from peers and faculty. This platform not only enhances presentation skills but also stimulates critical thinking by exposing students to a diverse range of research topics.

Areas of Research

We have a team of dedicated Supervisors with expertise in areas of research including (but not limited to):

Education Technology
Educational Psychology
Leadership & Management
Curriculum and Instruction

Master of Education