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Master of Education

The Master of Education (MEd) is an academic degree for education professionals who are looking for opportunities to extend their professional knowledge in education. It aims to provide students with a general understanding of education as a field of study and focused mastery of an area of specialisation, and to equip them with knowledge and skills to understand educational research. MEd graduates from the University of Hong Kong are actively involved in school administration, policy development, adult and vocational training, teacher education, curriculum development, classroom teaching, educational assessment and evaluation, and educational research both in Hong Kong and abroad.

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Full Time (normally one year, up to a maximum of two consecutive years, with classes generally on weekday evenings)

Part Time (normally two years, up to a maximum four consecutive years, with classes generally on weekday evenings)

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Programme entrance requirements.

A candidate shall satisfy both the University Admission Requirements and the Programme Specific Requirements as listed below:

1. comply with the General Regulations and the Regulations for Taught Postgraduate Curricula;

2. hold a Bachelor's degree of this University or a qualification of equivalent standard from this University or another comparable institution accepted for this purpose;

3. for qualification from a university or comparable institution outside Hong Kong where the language of teaching and/or examination is not English, a candidate is required to obtain a score of 583 or above (paper-based test) or 93 or above (internet-based) in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) # ; a minimum overall band of 6.5 with no subtest lower than 6 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) # ; or Grade C or above in either the Overseas General Certificate of Education, the International General Certificate of Secondary Education, or grade C1 or above in the Cambridge Test of Proficiency in English Language; and

4. satisfy the examiners in a qualifying examination, if required.

# For admission, only TOEFL or IELTS scores recorded in the two years before the date of application will be considered.

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Full-time: 

12:00 noon (GMT +8), May 16 2024

Part-time: 

• Master of Education
• Doctor of Philosophy
• Master of Philosophy
• Doctor of Education
• MA Degree in Chinese Language Education
• MA Degree in Early Childhood Education
• MA Degree in English Language Teaching
• MA Degree in Professional Educational Psychology
• MA Degree in School Guidance & Counselling
• MA Degree in School Improvement & Leadership
• MA Degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
• MSc Degree in Mathematics Education
• MSc Degree in Sports Science and Physical Activity
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Programme Description

The aim of the Master of Education (MEd) degree programme is to enhance the inquiry skills and executive capacity of experienced professional educators. The MEd programme is designed to provide flexibility to those who seek to broaden their understanding of education and to afford opportunities to those who wish to specialise in a defined area of study.

Enhanced flexibility is made possible by the provision of a General Stream , whilst the Programme with Specialisations in defined areas of study offers courses that both enrich students’ existing knowledge base and allow the pursuit of specialist knowledge at the Master-degree level. MEd students tailor their course of study to their own interests, and are able to enrol in the variety of courses offered by our four academic departments.

Study Scheme

(1) Coursework Requirement

Students can either take (a) General Stream , or (b) Programme with Specializations , and complete the requirements for graduation.

Under the guidance of their academic advisors, students opting for the General Stream may register for a variety of courses offered by the Faculty’s academic departments, including the Departments of Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Administration and Policy, Educational Psychology, and Sports Science and Physical Education. To graduate, students are required to complete a total of 30 units, including 3 units on research methodology.

Students who wish to conduct an independent inquiry into an educational issue relevant to their defined areas of study may enrol in “Research Report”, a course that offers guided study under the supervision of Faculty staff members.

Courses offered by General Stream Please refer to the course listings of the Departments of Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Administration and Policy, Educational Psychology, and Sports Science and Physical Education.

In addition to these courses, another 11 courses in Putonghua (or English, subject to the departments’ teaching arrangements) are also offered by the Departments of Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Administration and Policy, Educational Psychology and the Faculty of Education to provide students another medium of instruction option. MEd students opting for the General Stream can register for these courses to fulfil their coursework requirement within one academic year.

Students will be required to choose one of the following specialisations, and complete 30 units, including core courses, elective courses, research method courses and/or project reports for graduation.

This programme is designed for educational professionals and practitioners who are interested in curriculum design and development. Its aim is to help students to acquire the theories, strategies and concepts of curriculum development from a range of perspectives. Students also explore the effects of societal and educational changes on curriculum design and development.

The programme emphasises the integration of theory and practice. Key areas of inquiry include theories of curriculum and instructional design, models of curriculum development, curriculum evaluation, change and implementation strategies, instructional design, and the role and functions of educators and administrators in curriculum and instructional matters.

The programme is designed for professionals in education and corporate sectors to enable them to leverage information technologies in learning and teaching. To respond to the need of building up professional capacity in using technologies for the enhancement of learning and teaching, the programme provides training to integrate theories of learning with contemporary technologies to design and evaluate learning environments for schools and other educational settings. Target audiences of the programme are school teachers, government officials, courseware designers, IT professionals, educational product designers and trainers designing training programmes.

The programme will adopt a tripod curricular structure with the following three connected “pillars”:

• Learning : To provide participants with the foundational theories of how learning takes place effectively in individuals and in a group or community
• Technology : To equip participants with applied knowledge and skills in technologies for educational application
• Design : To enable participants to explore various issues in the design of learning environments that utilize the affordance of new technologies to personalize the learning processes for learners

This programme is specially designed for educators interested in broadening their horizon of complex issues pertaining to educational system and in exploring ways in which they can make a positive difference in educational administration and policy. The programme assumes that leadership resides in and operates across various levels of the educational system – from teachers, principals, policy analysts, to officials– and addresses significant issues relevant to the public. Using a range of experiential and grounded approaches to learning, the programme enhances students’ conceptual and analytical skills that are essential for a comprehensive and critical understanding of the debates surrounding current education policies and practices and their wider implications for the society.

The programme balances theoretical and practical perspectives with reference to local and international experience and research. Students can choose whether to address these and other relevant topics through coursework or through a combination of coursework and supervised applied study.

This programme invites teachers and other professionals to jointly explore the new frontiers of educational psychology. Its aim is to provide stimulation and resources to effect positive changes in educational practice. Courses are designed around the constellations of learning and development to address the following concerns. What advances in knowledge can improve the design of learning environments and related assessments? In what ways can the psychology of higher order thinking illuminate our instructional design? What strategies are effective for motivating the unmotivated and for handling high-risk behaviour in adolescents? In light of new and still evolving perspectives, how can we better understand the nature of human abilities and their developmental variants (e.g. talents, giftedness and learning disabilities)? What are the possibilities for teacher development, and can such development ultimately serve as a resource for student development?

Study Scheme 

# Effective from Intake 2024-25, both full-time and part-time study modes will be offered for the Master of Education (Specialization in Parent Education).

The psychologist Sigmund Freud purportedly described raising a child as an impossible task, akin to governing a nation. In performing this impossible task, parents exert profound influence on their children that extends well into adulthood. Parents, themselves, are also transformed in this process. Importantly, parents’ beliefs and practices are not only constantly shaped by the sociocultural context in which they reside, but also by the developing child and other agents of socialization. Understanding the complex dynamics of parenting is crucial for practitioners who seek to promote the wellness of the family, as well as children’s optimal development.

This program is designed to enable educational professionals and practitioners from diverse backgrounds to work with parents effectively in professional settings. Students will acquire in-depth knowledge about parenting, including its antecedents, mechanisms, and implications for both parents and children. They will also develop paraprofessional counseling skills for working with parents. Moreover, a range of core electives will allow students to develop a more comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and challenges faced by parents of children in different developmental stages and with different psychological and educational needs.

Applicable to students admitted in 2024-25 and thereafter

This programme is designed to provide specialised study in sports science and physical education. Graduates will possess an in-depth understanding of the major areas of sports science and physical education, allowing them either to specialise in and increase their knowledge of physical education practices or pursue research in this area. The programme offers eight areas of investigation: Sports and Exercise Psychology, Exercise Physiology, Sports Biomechanics, Curriculum Policy, Design and Implementation in Sports and Physical Education, Sports Pedagogy, Sports Sociology, Health and Fitness, and Measurement in Sports and Physical Education.

＊Subject to University Approval

Note: Courses may be taught in Cantonese, English or Putonghua. The medium of instruction of each course will be subject to the availability of teachers. The Programme reserves the right of final decision on the medium of instruction. Students should observe the medium of instruction of each course in the system for course selection and registration.

(2) Other Requirements

(a) A student must achieve a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in order to fulfill the graduation requirement.

(b) Students must fulfill the Term Assessment Requirement of the Graduate School. A student who obtain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) below 2.0 in the preceding term will be put on academic probation. For details, please refer to Section 13.0 “Unsatisfactory Performance and Discontinuation of Studies” of the General Regulations Governing Postgraduate Studies which can be accessed from the Graduate School Homepage: http://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk/ .

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Programmes offered by the Faculty of Education are celebrated for their breadth and depth, as well as the use of innovative teaching methods.  Through four Departments and one Unit of the Faculty, programmes aim to train graduate teachers, scholars who conduct research on high-impact topics, and consultants to the government and schools on vital policy issues, in and beyond Hong Kong.  The Faculty has created a highly conducive environment for pre- and in-service teachers who are on their way to becoming education professionals with dedication and impact. Learn More

The University reserves the right to suspend admission of a programme without prior notice.

The MPhil degree programme is designed to provide students the initial research training to enhance their academic and personal development through the study of a topic relevant to their interests.

MPhil students are required to complete 3 units of courses on "Methods of Educational Research", conduct an independent research, submit a thesis and pass the oral defence.

Fields of Specialization

• Curriculum and Instruction
• Educational Administration and Policy
• Educational Psychology

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should preferably:

• hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, or an equivalent education qualification, and/or have relevant experience as deemed acceptable; and
• pass an entrance examination/interview conducted by the Graduate Division of Education.
• submit a research proposal in English. Further information can be referred to Graduate Division's homepage ( https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/ ) .

Main Round: 1 December 2023 Clearing Round: 31 January 2024

https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/programme/master-of-philosophy/

MPhil degree programme is designed to provide students the initial research training to enhance their academic and personal development through the study of a topic relevant to their interests.

• submit a research proposal in English. Further information can be referred to Graduate Division's homepage ( https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/ ).

The PhD programme in Education is research-oriented. A student normally combines seminars with guided independent research in an individually designed course of study under the guidance of the supervisor and the thesis committee.

Advancement to PhD candidature is conditional upon completion of coursework requirements, submission of a manuscript to journal and passing of a qualifying examination. Within twelve months after advancement to PhD candidature, the candidate must submit a thesis proposal to the Graduate Panel. After the thesis proposal is approved, the candidate should submit a thesis and pass the oral defence within a prescribed period of time for graduation.

• Sports Science and Physical Education
• hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, or equivalent education qualifications, and/or have relevant experience as deemed acceptable;
• provide proof of her/his research capability in the form of past publications, Master's thesis, and/or strong support from academic references;
• perform satisfactorily in an interview conducted by the Graduate Division of Education; and
• pass a written entrance examination conducted by the Graduate Division of Education, if necessary.
• submit a research proposal in English. Further information can be referred to Graduate Division's homepage ( https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/ ).

To submit an initial application to  RGC : By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and to submit full application to  CUHK : By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to  HKPFS  page for more details.

https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/programme/doctor-of-philosophy/

• provide proof of their research capability in the form of past publications, Master's thesis, and/or strong support from academic referees;
• Submit a research proposal in English or Chinese. Futher information can be referred to Graduate Division's homepage ( https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/ ).

29 February 2024

Application commencement date: 16 Octorber 2023

https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/programme/doctor-of-education/

In addition to the  general requirements  of the Graduate School, applicants should preferably:

• hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education or an equivalent educational qualification and/or have relevant professional experience;
• be serving Chinese language teachers in primary or secondary schools, although those with no relevant professional experience but who have obtained a Bachelor's degree in Chinese language and worked in a field relevant to Chinese language education may also apply; and
• pass an entrance examination or interview conducted by the Graduate Division of Education.

Application commencement date: 16 October 2023

https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/mcle

In addition to the  general requirements  of the Graduate School, applicants should preferably:

• hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education/Certificate in Kindergarten Education or its equivalent;
• be serving as pre-school principals, supervisors, teachers, school development consultants, or government officials.  Applicants with no relevant professional experience, but who have taken specialized courses in equivalent programmes offered by recognized institutions, may also apply; and
• pass an entrance examinations or interview conducted by the Graduate Division of Education.

https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/programme/ma-degree-in-early-childhood-education/

• hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education or equivalent, having specialized in English language teaching; and

https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/melt

• hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education or an equivalent educational qualification and/or have relevant professional experience as deemed acceptable (e.g. counselling-related experience);
• be counselling teachers, special-needs coordinators in schools, social workers, frontline teachers, practising/aspiring counsellors, or other educational and helping professionals who want to develop the requisite knowledge and skills to work with individuals with diverse needs; and

Application commencement date: 16 October 2023

https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/programme/ma-degree-in-school-guidance-counselling/

In addition to the  general requirements  of the Graduate School, applicants should preferably: 

• hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, or an equivalent educational qualifications, and/or have relevant professional experience as deemed acceptable;
• be serving as school principals or vice principals, teachers, school administrators, school development consultants, or Education Bureau officers. Applicants with no relevant professional experience but having taken specialized courses in equivalent programmes offered by recognized institutions may also apply; and

Priority round: 29 February 2024

Final round: 30 April 2024

Applications will be processed on a rolling basis until all places have been filled. Therefore, early applications are strongly encouraged. If places are no longer available after the priority round, the subsequent applications received may not be considered.

https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/programme/ma-degree-in-school-improvement-leadership/

In addition to the  general requirements  of the Graduate School, applicants should have

• hold a degree in English or a related field (such as linguistics, literature and translation) from a recognized university;
• pass an entrance examination or interview conducted by the Graduate Division of Education, where required;

Applicants with a relevant degree from a university outside Hong Kong have to meet the following English language requirements (TOEFL and IELTS scores are considered valid for two years from the test date):

• a minimum overall score of 7.0 in IELTS with the writing score not lower than 7.0; OR
• a minimum score of 94 in TOEFL (internet-based) with the writing score no lower than 27.

https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/tesol/

• hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education or an equivalent educational qualification and/or have relevant professional experience deemed acceptable; and
• pass an entrance examination or interview conducted by the Graduate Division of Education.

https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/programme/master-of-education/

• hold a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or related areas at second class honours level or above from a recognized university;
• have teaching experience and/or hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, or equivalent; and

(1)  Application commencement date: 16 October 2023. (2) The programme is supported by the UGC’s Targeted Taught Postgraduate Programmes Fellowships Scheme for the 2024–25 intake for selected local students. Please refer to the  Targeted Taught Postgraduate Programmes Fellowships Scheme  page for more details.

https://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/higherdegree/mme

Please refer to the  general requirements  of the Graduate School.

Applicatons will be processed on a rolling basis until all places have been filled. Therefore, early applications are strongly encouraged. If places are no longer available after the priority round, the subsequent applications received may not be considered.

https://www.spe.cuhk.edu.hk/eng/Programmes.asp?pageid=110

In addition to the  general requirements  of the Graduate School, applicants should hold a local or non-local recognized Bachelor’s degree preferably with a major in a discipline relevant to the major subject applied for.

In addition to the  general requirements  of the Graduate School, applicants should:

For the Two-year Part-time Teaching mode

• hold a local or non-local recognized Bachelor’s degree preferably with a major in a discipline relevant to the major subject applied for; and
• be a local full-time in-service secondary school teacher throughout their period of study, and teach at least 6 class periods per week/teaching cycle, in a subject closely related to the field of their chosen major subject;

For the Two-year Part-time Non-Teaching mode

• hold a local or other recognized Bachelor’s degree preferably with a major in a discipline relevant to the major subject applied for; and
• be available to complete 2 blocks of 4-5 consecutive weeks of teaching practicum within 2 years and complete the first block in their first year of study.

18 December 2023

Applications may be submitted from mid-November 2023 via the Faculty of Education .

http://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/pgde/index.html

• be a local full-time in-service teacher in early childhood education throughout their period of study, and teach at least 3 hours per day, with minimum class size of 10 children.
• be available to complete 2 blocks of 4-5 consecutive weeks of teaching practicum within 2 years and complete the first block in their first year of study.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should hold a local or non-local recognized Bachelor’s degree preferably with a major in a discipline relevant to the major subject applied for.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should:

• be a local full-time in-service primary school teacher throughout their period of study, and teach at least 8 class periods per week/teaching cycle, in subjects closely related to their chosen major subject.

Applications may be submitted from mid-November 2023 via the Faculty of Education .

Master of Education

This is a taught postgraduate programme leading to the award of the degree of Master of Education (MEd). The Master of Education Programme (the Programme) is designed for local and international educators and professionals who have an interest in the field of, and specialised areas in, education.

• to strengthen knowledge of and skills in education;
• to enhance analytical and critical understanding of issues in education from different perspectives;
• to develop a reflective, multi-disciplinary approach to education;
• to facilitate initiatives and promote leadership in education; and
• to foster competence in research in education.

PROGRAMME INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (PILOs)

Upon completion of the programme, graduates are able to:

• explain in-depth knowledge of education;
• apply theories and concepts in educational issues;
• apply specialized, professional skills in education;
• analyze critically and creatively on issues in education from different perspectives;
• conduct education research in professional manner;
• create and evaluate educational initiatives by reflecting upon multi-disciplinary approach to education.

Special Features of the Master of Education Programme

• The Master of Education Programme is intended for educators and those in education-related professions. It has the potential to benefit a range of professions, such as practising or prospective teachers, school management personnel, social workers, and those who have an interest in the field of, and specialised areas in, education.
• With a flexible programme design, students are allowed to choose one concentration area while they can also take courses offered by other concentrations. The Programme also offers a choice of dissertation/ independent project or coursework only for the fulfilment of graduation requirements.
• Class sizes are small, with ample opportunities for in-class discussion and interaction.
• English language is used in the full-time and part-time programmes.

There are EIGHT  concentrations available in the programme. Upon entry into the programme, each student must select one specific concentration and take all required courses in that concentration together with the common required courses and elective courses. The programme is comprised of 27 units in total with the distribution stipulated as follows:

Descriptions for each course are listed in the University’s Calendar/Bulletin.

PROGRAMME DELIVERY

Most courses are taught by a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops and seminars. During the course of study (second year for part-time programme), students complete a dissertation under the guidance of their supervisors. In lieu of the dissertation, students are allowed to undertake an Independent Project and an additional elective course, or two additional elective courses.

Students are required to attend either day or evening (for full-timers), evening (for part-timers) classes on weekdays and Saturday morning / afternoon. A student may take no more than three courses in a semester.

Normally, students should complete the Programme in two calendar years (for part-timers) and one calender year (for full-timers). An alternative modular mode may be available for part-time students who would like to take a more flexible schedule of study and credit load. Please contact the Department of Education Studies for details. With special permission, a part-time student may extend his or her study but in no cases would the period of study be allowed to exceed three calendar years.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

To be eligible for the award of a Master of Education degree, students must:

• complete a total of 27 units;
• satisfy the requirements of the dissertation or its equivalent within the specified duration of the programme;
• obtain Grade C- or above in all courses; and
• achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or above.

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

• Guide to Online Master Registration
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Master Registration

Online Master Registration will take place during July 17 (Mon) to July 24, 2023 (Mon) .

When you received your HKU Portal login details, you must complete the online Master Registration as soon as possible. This process is very important and crucial for the production of your Student Registration Card, course selection and your application(s) for other study facilities. Please complete the registration procedure in the Student Information System (SIS) by following the instructions stated in the website ( https://ase.hku.hk/mr2023/ ). The PDF files can also be downloaded from the following links: — Guide to Online Master Registration — Guidelines on completing the CC code and Name field — Form for updating local/non-local status

Student status will be activated one day after the completion of registration. Should you have any questions or need assistance regarding the SIS, you may call their hotline 3917-0123 or email at [email protected] .

The Student Registration Card is the property of the University of Hong Kong and is not transferable. This Card is issued free‑of‑charge to new students on their completion of the registration procedures. It is a student’s personal identification document and should be carried with you at all times for access to University facilities.

Please note that students MUST complete the online Master’s Registration first before they can submit the photograph and supporting documents for the production of Student Registration Card. Please refer to the website ( https://ase.hku.hk/mr2023/ ) for the regulations for Student Registration Card and the application procedure. The PDF file can also be downloaded from the following link: — Online application for Student Registration Cards

It contains information about HKU Portal UID, PIN, and email address. Click here for more information .

HKU Portal is a campus portal that enables convenient and effective communications among University members and is accessible from any network service. The personal login name and password (i.e. UID and PIN) will be emailed to successful applicants individually by mid-July. You can log in to HKU Portal via https://hkuportal.hku.hk/ .

Please refer to the following website for more information about the Portal: http://www.its.hku.hk/portal/faq.htm#What_is_HKU_Portal .

HKU email account is automatically created after Online Master Registration. Future announcements and important notices from the Faculty and the University will be emailed to your HKU email account ([email protected]).

You should check your emails regularly, including Junk Box. If you are using another personal email account, you are strongly advised to forward HKU emails to your personal email account.

Please refer to the following website for the email forwarding procedure: https://support.google.com/mail/answer/10957?hl=en .

You should use your HKU email account for communicating with the Programme Office and teachers, and quote your full name and Student No (printed on your Student Card) in all correspondences.

All first year postgraduate students are required to complete a questionnaire “ Survey on Background of First Year Postgraduate Students 2023-24 ”.

For enquiries, please contact Ms Boyee Lee at 3917-2305 or email at [email protected] .

You are required to declare that you have read the information listed on the “ Research Ethics Declaration Form ”. Please return the signed Declaration Form to the Programme Office either in hardcopy to Room 420 of Meng Wah Complex or in scanned copy to [email protected] .

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Programme Information

Programme code.

1-Year Full-time (A1M095) / 2-Year Part-time (C2M028)

The programme has

……distinctive aims to

• promote a holistic and comprehensive understanding of STEM education; 
• develop competence in promoting STEM education through curriculum integration and integrated learning; 
• equip participants with the knowledge and skills for applying technology and engineering design in solving problems;  
• develop participants’ pedagogical content knowledge for designing instructions and assessment for integrated STEM education;
• develop leadership and cultivate a spirit of innovation in promoting school-based STEM education. 

…… and a sharp focus on what STEM education professionals and leaders need to know about 

• Leadership in developing school-based STEM education 
• Creative use of technology to inquire and design
• Models and approaches to enhance self-directed learning 
• Synergizing subject and cross-subject learning
• Integrated application of knowledge and 21st century skills 
• Leveraging formal and informal curriculum and community support 

The programme will benefit

• School STEM coordinators and STEM teachers 
• STEM graduates 
• Non-STEM graduates 
• STEM education practitioners from different sectors 
• Other STEM professionals 

……with the full support of a strong teaching and technical team, specializing in 

• STEM Education 
• Information and Communication Technology
• Mathematics
• Engineering
• Environmental Studies
• Creativity Education

Programme Structure

The programme comprises 24 credit points (cps). Students need to attend classes per week which may be held in the daytime/evening on weekdays and/or Saturdays at the Tai Po Campus, Tseung Kwan O Study Centre, North Point Study Centre and/or Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre as decided by the University.

Classes are normally scheduled from Monday to Saturday at the Tai Po Campus, Tseung Kwan O Study Centre, Pak Shek Kok Sports Centre, North Point Study Centre and/or Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre.

The programme offers 6+2 courses , covering major STEM education themes.

6 Core Courses:

• STEM education: theoretical and curricular perspectives (3 cps)
• Scientific inquiry and engineering design (3 cps)
• Technology in STEM education (3 cps)
• Developing creativity and innovation in STEM (3 cps)
• Coding and computational thinking (3 cps)
• Principles and methods in STEM education research (3 cps)

2 Elective Courses:

Participants could choose ONE out of the TWO courses in each Elective Group:

Detailed Course Description: https://mastem.eduhk.hk/index.php/detailed-course-description/

The medium of instruction is English.

Learning Mode:

• Lectures and group discussion 
• Talks and seminars by experts in STEM fields
• Case studies and lesson analysis 
• School-based support
• Laboratory experimentation
• Blended learning using e-platforms
• Workshops on the use of educational technology
• Research projects to inform school practice
• Visits to STEM schools and organizations

Tuition Fee

• Tuition fee for the whole programme is  HK$138,600 * (HK$5,775 per cp) *Tuition fee is subject to adjustment

Scholarship and Fellowship

• Targeted Taught Postgraduate Programmes Fellowships Scheme

• Entrance Scholarship – Entrants may be granted a scholarship of HK$10,000 by The Education University of Hong Kong.
• EDB Scholarship for Teachers – The Education Bureau (EDB) offers a scholarship of HK80,000 to local school teachers on a competitive basis. Please refer to the EDB’s website for the Scholarship for Teachers (Pursuit of Master’s Degree Programmes*) .  *Subject to approval 

1 Year Full-time (A1M095) / 2-Year Part-time (C2M028)

The programme comprises 24 credit points (cps). Students need to attend classes per week which may be held in the daytime/evening on weekdays and/or Saturdays at the Tai Po Campus, Tseung Kwan O Study Centre and/or Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre as decided by the University.

* In Semester 1 of 2022/23, the default mode of teaching of all classes will be in-person on campus using face-to-face mode. Students who are currently not in Hong Kong are advised to make their travel plan as early as possible and allow sufficient time for off-campus quarantine in compliance with the Government’s requirements.

The programme offers 6+2 courses, covering major STEM education themes.

Detailed Course Description (embedded link: https://www.eduhk.hk/mastem/view.php?m=52049&secid=52643)

• Tuition fee for the whole programme is  HK$132,000 (HK$5,500 per cp)
• +Tuition fee is subject to adjustment
• Targeted Taught Postgraduate Programmes Fellowships Scheme – The University Grants Committee (UGC) launched a “Targeted Taught Postgraduate Programmes Fellowships Scheme” in 2022/23 to subsidize local students to study taught postgraduate programmes. The fellowship students are only required to pay a minimum tuition fee of HK$42,100 to study the entire programme (part-time or full-time), with the remainder covered by the Fellowships Scheme with maximum of 10 quota. Please refer to the UGC’s website for detail. 
• Entrance Scholarship – Besides, successful applicants may be granted a scholarship of HK$10,000 by The Education University of Hong Kong.
• EDB Scholarship for Teachers – The Education Bureau (EDB) also offers a scholarship of HK80,000 to local school teachers on a competitive basis. Please refer to the EDB’s website for the Scholarship for Teachers (Pursuit of Master’s Degree Programmes*). 
• *Subject to approval 

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Tuition Fee HK$150,300/programme

Cut Off Date 01 May 2024

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Academic Qualification

Applicants should possess:

• a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or equivalent; and
• a postgraduate certificate/diploma in education or equivalent, and/or relevant professional experience working with children and adolescents.

Language Proficiency Requirement

Proof of English proficiency is required for all applicants whose bachelor’s degrees were obtained from programmes where the medium of instruction is not English. These applicants must meet the following minimum requirements for English proficiency: For applicants applying for the English Language Teaching (ELT) Concentration:

• An overall band score of 6.5 in International English Language Testing System (IELTS)* or equivalent

For applicants applying for non-ELT Concentrations:

• An overall band score of 6.0 in International English Language Testing System (IELTS)* or equivalent

 *Note: Test result provided should be within two years from the date of issuance of the Admission Offer letter. IELTS Indicator test is not accepted.

Applicants of the following five concentrations are entitled to applying for the Scholarship of Teachers (2018/19). For details, please refer to the link of  Education Bureau .

• Child and Adolescent Development
• English Language for Teaching
• Subject Knowledge for Teaching Mathematics at Junior Levels (P1 – S3)
• Teaching Mathematics at Junior Levels (P1 – S3)
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One-year Full-time A1M061

Programme Aims

• To provide students with the opportunity to develop their  recognition of the nature, scope, purposes and processes of education, training and capacity building for sustainability;
• To develop skills in utilizing research/evidence based methods   for professional practice in Education;
• To encourage students to apply these understandings and processes in their own professional settings and be able to  evaluate their actions  in a critical and reflective way;
• To develop research capacity   for the professional community of educators, trainers and development practitioners concerns with sustainability issues in Hong Kong, China and internationally; and
• To provide enhanced career opportunities for professionals in education, training and capacity building for sustainable development and to adopt a sustainable lifestyle .

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The programme comprises 24 credit points (cps). Students need to attend a class per week which may be held in the evening / daytime on weekdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and / or during long holidays at Tai Po Campus, Tseung Kwan O Study Centre, North Point Study Centre and/or Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre as decided by the University.

Classes are normally scheduled from Monday to Saturday at the Tai Po Campus, Tseung Kwan O Study Centre, Pak Shek Kok Sports Centre, North Point Study Centre and/or Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre.

Programme Curriculum 

The programme comprises 24 credit points (cps).

Semester 1 – Four Core Courses (12 Credit Points) Core Courses:

• Sustainability Studies: An Overview (3 cps)
• Global and Local Issues in Education for Sustainability (3 cps)
• Learning and Teaching in EfS (3 cps)
• Research in Education for Sustainability (3 cps)

Semester 2 – Two Core Courses plus One or Two elective course(s) (12 Credit Points in total)

Core Courses:

• Assessment and Evaluation in EfS, Theory and Practice (3 cps)
• Sustainable Campus Development (3 cps)

Elective Courses (Choose either Two 3-cp courses OR One 6-cp course):

• Climate Change and Carbon Management (3cps); and
• Sustainability Communications (3 cps) OR
• Thesis Writing Course and Research Thesis Project on EfS (6 cps)

* Programme curriculum and course offerings may be subject to change.

The medium of instruction is English .

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• This programme is offered on a self-funded basis. The tuition fee for the whole programme is HK$138,600. Tuition fees paid are normally not refundable or transferable.

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A wide range of programmes and services are offered to enhance your personal growth and career development. Counsellors are there to help you resolve personal, interpersonal, emotional, academic and family problems. Assessment tests and workshops are conducted to strengthen your self-understanding, psychological wellness, interpersonal relationship and learning style. Career education and job search skills training programmes are also organised to help you understand your career interests, map out your career plan, as well as increase your employability. On the jobsite “Ed Job Plus”, you can easily access job vacancy information as well as apply to jobs online.

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Located on the first floor of the Administration Building, the Health Centre provides medical and dental services for all students. It also organises health education programmes in the form of seminars, talks, games and exhibitions on a regular basis.

Student Accommodation

For non-local postgraduate students on self-funded programmes, the Institute does not guarantee on-campus accommodation, but students may apply for temporary accommodation in our Tai Po campus subject to availability of places. Students may visit the Off-campus Housing Information Platform ( http://www.eduhk.hk/sao/offcampus ) for basic information on renting accommodation outside the campus, or contact Student Affairs Office via email  [email protected]  for assistance

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Master’s Education in Hong Kong: Access and Programme Diversity

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• Published: 30 June 2020
• Volume 33 , pages 711–733, ( 2020 )

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This study aims to examine how master’s students’ profiles have changed over the past two decades in Hong Kong and how master’s programmes have diversified in terms of degree types and learning aims, and programme focuses used to achieve these aims. Using a case study approach, this study performed a document analysis of institutional statistics and university-published materials. In addition, a keyword analysis of the learning aims of 102 programmes was conducted. The results showed that the profiles of master’s students’ have changed, with an increasing number of female students, non-local students and full-time students, and in shorter work experience. Master’s programmes within the case institution were diversified based on a market-oriented approach; for instance, many spinoff programmes targeting students with different backgrounds were opened. On the other hand, the learning aims, and the programmes focuses employed to achieve these aims, were found to be rather standardised across degree types, with emphasis placed on the integration between theory and practice and on professional development. The research findings have implications for understanding the changing nature of master’s education in terms of student backgrounds and the focal points of teaching and learning.

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