POSTGRADUATE
MASTER OF
EDUCATION
Conventional
study pathway
Master of Education
RU BACHELOR'S DEGREE PROGRAMME
3 Years
MASTER OF EDUCATION
1 Year / Part-Time
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN EDUCATION
3 - 6 Years / Part-Time
MASTER OF EDUCATION (MED)
MQA/PA 17846 | KPT/N/0110/7/0024 (11/2029)
The Raffles University Master of Education programme adopts a mixed-mode approach, integrating coursework and research to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of educational studies. It aims to cultivate reflective and innovative educators by blending theoretical insights with practical applications. Students develop essential skills and innovation to navigate modern education complexities, especially in curriculum design, educational leadership, and technology integration.
Catering to individuals aspiring to roles across various educational sectors, including secondary and tertiary education, professional development training, and nursery education, the programme equips students with enhanced critical thinking abilities, research skills, and a deep understanding of educational theory and practice. Graduates emerge with a solid foundation in traditional educational theories, coupled with the capability to implement cutting-edge teaching and learning methods successfully.
Programme Length:
1 – 2 Year (Full Time) /
2 – 4 Years (Part Time)
Programme Mode:
Mixed Mode
Programme Delivery Mode:
Conventional or Open Distance Learning
Programme Credit:
40 Credit Hours
Intakes:
January / May / September
Career Opportunities
Master of Education
– University Professor
– Lecturer
– School Principal
– Counsellor
– Corporate Trainer
– Instructional Designer
– Learning and Development Manager
– Educational Content Developer
– Education Researcher
– e-Learning Specialist
Programme Modules
Master of Education
FULL-TIME ( 1 YEAR )
| – Philosophy and Sociology of Education – Research Methodology – Dissertation Proposal Writing | – Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment – Elective – Educational Psychology – Dissertation 1 | – Dissertation 2 |
| Elective Module |
|---|
– Educational Management and Leadership |
*The programme module structure shown on this page is based on Intake A. The module is subject to change
PART - TIME ( 2 YEARS)
| – Philosophy and Sociology of Education | – Elective | – Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment – Educational Psychology |
| – Research Methodology – Dissertation Proposal Writing | – Dissertation 1 | – Dissertation 2 |
| – Educational Management and Leadership – Learning Theory, Instructional Design and Technology |
*The programme module structure shown on this page is based on Intake A. The module is subject to change.
AREA OF DISSERTATION
| – Education Management and Leadership – Curriculum Design and Teaching – Technology, Innovation and Learning Design | – Educational Assessment | – Interdisciplinary Research – Educational Psychology – TESL – Other relevant Education related areas (Design, Psychology & etc) |
If you are interested in other areas, please contact us to schedule a consultation with our programme director.
RESEARCHER PROFILE
DR CHAI WEN JIA
– Cognitive Neurosciences
– Cognitive Psychology
– Positive Psychology
– Brain Health
– Neurorehabilitation
DR LOGENTHINI A/P MARIAPPAN
– Second Language Acquisition
– Curriculum Development
– Assessment and Evaluation
– Language Pedagogy
– Language Teaching Materials Development
– Cultural Competence, Educational Technology in TESL
– Teaching English for Specific Purposes (ESP)
– Bilingual Education
– Language Policy and Planning
– Teacher Training and Professional Development
– Sociolinguistics
– Gamification in Language Learning
DR AMOS LIAN EN ZHE
– Art Therapy
– Psychoanalysis
– Dream
– Forensic psychology
– Qualitative studies and case studies
– Cross-cultural application
– Mental health disorders and treatment (especially trauma, personality disorders and depression)
DR SHUBASHINI A/P MATHIALAGAN
– Women’s health
– Public Health
– Obesity
– Discrimination and Stereotypes
– Parenting styles
– Addiction and substance use
– Stigma
– Dark personality
– Rule-breaking
– Mindfulness
– Third wave Psychotherapy
POSTGRADUATE SUPPORT
Centre for Postgraduate Studies (CPS)
- Postgraduate Study Handbook
- Postgraduate Study Admission Guideline
- Postgraduate Study Support
Centre of Professional Development (CPD)
- Networking & Industry Collaboration
- Commercialisation
- Industry Research
- Workshop & Seminar
- Short Training Course
- Career and Professional Development
Research Management Centre (RMC)
- Manage research project
- Research Grant for RU Academician and student
- Provide guideline and support in research publication
Centre for Innovative Teaching & Learning (CiTL)
- Open Distance Learning (ODL) Support
- ODL LMS Support
- Technology in Teaching & Learning
CONVENTIONAL VS ODL
| Conventional | ODL | |
| Study Mode | Full Time / Part Time | Full Time / Part Time available but Part Time is recommended for working adult |
| Mode of Delivery | Hybrid – Physical & Online Face-to Face | Semi Self-Paced Learning (Online facilitation) |
| Semester Mode | Conventional Semester Learning | Conventional Semester Learning |
| Class Schedule | Weekdays Evenings | Alternative Week Consultation |
| Class/ Consultation Duration | 3 hours conventional face-to-face class per module per week | 1.5 – 2 hours online face-to-face consultation per module fortnightly |
| Attendance Requirement | 80% / 90% physical attendance | 70% engagement |
| Mode of Examination | Physical Examination | Online Examination / Assignment |
| Access to Library & Resource | Yes | Yes |
| Blockchain Certificate | Yes | Yes |
| Assignment | Individual / Group | Mostly individual but depends on the requirement of modules |
| Fee | Scholarship available | Promotional Fee Available |
RECENT PUBLICATION
Karen WONG Wee Fun
MBA (2017)
Being the leader of a sales team, I needed relevant knowledge to be able to lead and achieve our team’s targets. Although I have worked in this industry for a long time, higher qualification was necessary for me to move ahead in my career. I am glad to have met my lecturers and course mates whoo have guided me with their knowledge from working in their own industries.
Entry Requirements
Master of Education
– A Bachelor’s Degree (MQF Level 6) in Education related programme or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.75,
– A Bachelor’s degree in education field with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, can be
accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment;
– A Bachelor’s degree in education field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, can be
accepted subject to a minimum of THREE years working experience in the education
field and rigorous internal assessment;
– A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 must undergo ***prerequisite courses;
– A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to
rigorous internal assessment AND must undergo ***prerequisite courses;
– A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, can be accepted subject to a
minimum of THREE years working experience in the education field and rigorous
internal assessment AND must undergo ***prerequisite courses;
– Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised by Malaysian government as
equivalent to the above requirements.
*** Pre-requisite courses: Common Core Education foundation.
Malaysian Student
MALAYSIAN ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT
Completed a Bachelor’s Degree in English
IELTS: 5.0
TOEFL: 500
TOEFL Essentials (Online): 7.5
TOEFL iBT: 40
PTE: 47
MUET: Band 3.5
Cambridge English / Linguaskill: 154
*Students who did not meet the English Requirement are required to enrol the RU English Preparation Programme (EPP) AND achieve the requirement of any equivalent English qualification.
Contact us to receive the latest information about the tuition fee.
Click here to check the available scholarship.
International Student
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT
Completed a Bachelor’s Degree in English
IELTS: 4.0
TOEFL Essentials (Online): 5
TOEFL iBT: 30-31
PTE: 36
MUET: Band 3.0
Cambridge English / Linguaskill: 140
*International Students who did not meet the International English Requirement are required to enrol the RU English Preparation Programme (EPP) AND achieve the requirement of any equivalent English qualification.
Application Fee: RM4,500
Admission Fee: RM1,000
Administration Fee: RM15,000
Indicative Tuition Fee: RM44,500
Total Fee: RM65,000
(Approx. USD 15,500)
Contact us to receive the latest information about tuition fees.
Click here to check the available scholarships.
*The total fee will be subject to a 6% SST starting from 1st September 2025.
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