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2010-2011 Calendar | Education |
Educational Leadership (Master of Education) Program
Faculty of Education
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The master of education (MEd) is a professional degree signifying advanced knowledge about and advanced training in educational practice.
This program is intended for current and prospective leaders engaged in the K-12 post-secondary system (e.g. public, private, aternative schools).
The program requires 40 units of course work and a comprehensive examination (EDUC 833-5).
Admission Requirements
See graduate general regulation 1.3 for University admission requirements. In exceptional circumstances, applicants who do not meet these requirements may be considered if superior scholarly or professional achievement is demonstrated.
Admission is granted to a specific degree and to a particular program or specialization. Updated application information is available November 15 at . All applicants are reviewed once a year. Completed applications must be received by January 31 with admissions decisions available by March 15.
Program Requirements
Students complete a total of 40 units, including all of
- EDUC 811-5 Fieldwork I
- EDUC 813-5 Organizational Theory and Analyses
- EDUC 815-5 Administrative Processes
- EDUC 817-5 Policy Processes
- EDUC 818-5 Leadership Studies
- EDUC 864-5 Research Designs in Education
and two additional courses (10 units) approved by the co-ordinator.
Comprehensive Examination
Candidates complete a comprehensive exam by enrolling in EDUC 883-5. Normally, this occurs in the term in which course requirements are completed or in the term immediately following.
Community Graduate Programs – Two Year Option
This program is also offered as a two year program that is situated in communities throughout the province of British Columbia. It caters to practicing educators who wish to improve their abilities to critically read, evaluate and integrate educational theory and research. The program's focus will be on a theme that integrates scholarly inquiry with focal interests and professional practice needs.
During fall and spring terms, classes normally are scheduled every second weekend wherever the program is situated. In the summer terms students typically attend classes in July.
School districts, educational institutions, groups and individuals interested in an MEd community graduate program should contact the office at 778.782.5951.
Academic Requirements within the Graduate General Regulations
All graduate students must satisfy the academic requirements that are specified in the Graduate General Regulations (residence, course work, academic progress, supervision, research competence requirement, completion time, and degree completion), as well as the specific requirements for the program in which they are enrolled, as shown above.