Master of Education (Teaching and Learning)

Quality teacher training for mid-career professionals and those aiming to further their career in teaching and learning.

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Overview

WHAT THIS PROGRAMME BRINGS TO YOU

  • Quality teacher training for mid-career professionals and those aiming to further their career in teaching and learning.
  • Become a competent and academically qualified teacher to meet the growing demand in the private sector education.
  • Be equipped with skills that make teaching and learning efficacious and interesting.

AIMS

  • To provide hands-on training and solid academic research experience for teachers in varied educational settings.
  • To enhance professional competence, knowledge and students’ career prospects in the discipline based on informed practices and broader view of education.
  • To upgrade and update teaching skills and benefit from new developments in teaching and learning while acquiring enquiry skills for continuous professional development.
  • To enable teachers to effectively manage curriculum changes and the changing needs of learners.

Intakes
Jan, May, Aug

Duration
2 Years 

Location
HELP Damansara

Fees
RM30,000

Course Code
(N/141/7/0069) (04/29) (MQA/FA8168)

Why study Master of Education (Teaching and Learning) at HELP?

Key features of HELP's Master of Education in Teaching and Learning:

  • Peer learning by working with other professional teachers from across the country and with different language backgrounds.

  • Innovative pedagogical practices and integrative methodologies.

  • Highly qualified and dedicated academic team with extensive record of service in leading universities in the region, all with strong pedagogy background.

Programme Overview

These are the subjects and electives that you will take as part of the programme.

  • Subject Listing - Structure

    • TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 40 CREDIT HOURS CORE MODULES (COMPULSORY)

    • MED 6013 – Foundations of Education
    • MED 6023 – Curriculum Development
    • MED 6033 – Instructional Media in Teaching and Learning
    • MED 6084 – Educational Research Methodology
    • MED 6133 – Project Based Learning
    • MED 6144 – Assessment and Evaluation in Education
    • MED 6154 – Interaction and Facilitating Skills in Educational Contexts
    • MED 6164 – Strategies for Teaching and Learning

    ELECTIVES (CHOOSE ONE)

    • MED6153 – Educational Management and Leadership
    • MED 6163 – Technology and Educational Innovations
    • MED 6173 – Theatre Arts in Educational Contexts

    TEACHING SUBJECTS (CHOOSE ONE)

    • MED 6093 – Teaching of Language and Literature
    • MED 6103 – Teaching of Mathematics and Science
    • MED 6113 – Teaching of Social Studies and Environment

    PRACTICUM (COMPULSORY – SELECT ONE EDUCATION SETTING)

    • MED 6146 – Practicum and Research Inquiry in Education Settings

  • Programme Schedule

    • 10 modules, six (6) weeks classes per module, excluding assignments and examinations.
    • Face-to-face classes on first, third, and sixth weekends (Saturday & Sunday classes)
    • Minimum of one week break between modules- adjusted to fit public holidays if necessary.
    • Course Duration: 10 modules X 9 weeks = 90 weeks or ± 2 years

You will need to fulfill one of these entry requirements to join the programme.

  • Entry Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree of a course of study of at least 3 years from a recognised university with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 or equivalent, subject to following:
    • For non-education graduates, a minimum of one year’s teaching experience is required – those with less than one year’s teaching experience are required to attend a bridging programme to prepare them for the MEDU (TL) programme.
    • Non-degree holders with at least a diploma or STPM may obtain MQA Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) approval for postgrad admission.
    • For international candidates, English proficiency in terms of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent is requirement for course commencement.

Here are the career pathways for graduates who complete the Master of Education (Teaching and Learning) programme.

  • Possible Career Pathways

    • Head of Department
    • Programme Director
    • Academic Advisor
    • Curriculum Designer
    • College Lecturer
    • Tutor
    • Administrator
    • Teacher