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POSTGRADUATE

MASTER OF
EDUCATION

Conventional

study pathway

Master of Education

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

MIXED MODE LEARNING

SELF-PACED LEARNING

TAUGHT BY INDUSTRY EXPERT

100% ONLINE

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
– Research Seminar

Elective Module

– 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

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
– Research Seminar

– 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
– Teacher Education and Teacher Development
– Language, Literacies & Multilingual Education

– 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

ASSOC. PROF. DR TAN WEE CHUEN

Educational Technology
Learning Technology
Instructional Design
Outcome-based Education
– Mathematics Education
– Curriculum & Teaching
Educational Assessment

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 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 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

 ConventionalODL
Study ModeFull Time / Part TimeFull Time / Part Time
Mode of DeliveryHybrid – Physical & Online Face-to FaceSemi Self-Paced Learning (Online facilitation)
Semester ModeConventional Semester LearningConventional Semester Learning
Class ScheduleWeekdays EveningsAlternative Week Consultation
Class/ Consultation Duration3 hours conventional face-to-face class per module per week1.5 – 2 hours online face-to-face consultation per module fortnightly
Attendance Requirement80% / 90% physical attendance 30% engagement
Mode of ExaminationPhysical ExaminationOnline Examination / Assignment
Access to Library & ResourceYesYes
Blockchain CertificateYesYes
AssignmentIndividual / GroupMostly individual but depends on the requirement of modules
FeeScholarship availablePromotional Fee Available

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 (MQF Level 6) in Education related programme or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting 2.75 can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment

– A Bachelor’s Degree (MQF Level 6) in Education related programme or its equivalent, not meeting CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to a minimum of five (5) years working experience in a relevant field and rigorous assessment

– Applicants through Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) must be a Malaysian citizen aged more than 30 years old in the year of application, with relevant work experience/ prior experiential learning and a passed APEL assessment

– Applicants without a related qualification in Education related field or working experience in the education fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses (Such as: Education Foundation and Introduction to Teaching and Learning) as determined by the HEP and meet the minimum CGPA based on (i) to (iii).

– Other equivalents/related qualifications to a Bachelor’s degree (MQF Level 6) recognised by the Malaysian Government.

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.

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International Student

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT 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

*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: RM1,000
Indicative Tuition Fee: RM44, 000

Total Fee: RM45,000
(Approx. USD9,600)

Contact us to receive the latest information about tuition fees.

*Up to 20% special promotion for ODL programme. Contact us for further information. Terms & Conditions apply.

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