Master of Education
UAEU United Arab Emirates University
Key Information
Campus location
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
AED 1,600 / per credit *
Application deadline
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* per credit hour
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Introduction
Overview
The Master of Education Program at the United Arab Emirates University is practice-oriented with the primary focus of enhancing the knowledge, skills, and dispositions of graduate students. The program is designed to cater to the needs of school teachers, principals, and other school professionals who are eager to pursue graduate studies to improve their performances. It focuses on preparing leaders who will engage in school reform through curriculum development, school decision-making, and community outreach. The program is based on the best international standards which will help in facilitating the continuous improvement of education in the United Arab Emirates. The Master’s degree program offers three tracks: Educational Leadership, Special Education and Curriculum and Instruction (English, Arabic, Islamic Studies, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies). UAEU College of Education is considered a pioneer in the Middle East in Teacher Education preparation, demonstrated by its attainment of international recognition from the Center for Quality Assurance in International Education (CQAIE) in collaboration with the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), in 2005 and 2010 respectively.
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Curriculum
Degree Requirements
Required Credit Hours: minimum of 36 hours
College of Education
Required Courses (9 hours) | Credit Hours | |
CURR611 | Introduction to Educational Research | 3 |
FOED616 | Leading Schools & Communities | 3 |
SPED6018 | Human Development & Individual Differences | 3 |
Elective Courses (6 hours) | Credit Hours | |
CURR6013 | Advanced Teaching Applications in ED | 3 |
CURR6014 | Advanced Educational Research | 3 |
CURR617 | Current Issues in T & L | 3 |
FOED6015 | Intern Perspective on ED LSH | 3 |
FOED6019 | Leadership of Change in Education Organizations | 3 |
SPED624 | Inclusive Learning Environment | 3 |
Curriculum and Instruction Track
Required Courses (15 hours) | Credit Hours | |
CURR617 | Current Issues in T & L | 3 |
CURR6121 | Advanced Study in Curriculum & Instruction | 3 |
CURR622 | Class Assessment & Program Evaluation | 3 |
CURR6400 | Thesis 1 | 0 - 3 |
CURR6401 | Thesis Proposal Development Seminar I | 1 |
CURR6402 | Thesis Proposal Development Seminar II | 1 |
CURR6403 | Thesis Proposal Development Seminar III | 1 |
CURR644 | Professional Portfolio Development 1 2 | 3 |
CURR645 | Professional Portfolio Development 2 | 3 |
1: Min CH:0 to Max CH:3 (Thesis Option) 2: non-thesis option |
C and I Concentration Methods Courses - Students should select two courses from the same subject area. (6 hours) | Credit Hours | |
CURR612E | Advanced Teaching Methods / Eng I | 3 |
CURR612M | Advanced Teaching Methods / Math I | 3 |
CURR612S | Advanced Teaching Methods / Science I | 3 |
CURR622E | Advanced Teaching Methods / Eng II | 3 |
CURR622M | Advanced Teaching Methods / Math II | 3 |
CURR622S | Advanced Teaching Methods / Sc II | 3 |
Educational Leadership Track
Required Courses (21 hours) | Credit Hours | |
FOED6400 | Thesis 3 | 0 |
FOED6401 | Thesis Proposal Dev Seminar I | 1 |
FOED6402 | Thesis Proposal Dev Seminar II | 1 |
FOED6403 | Thesis Proposal Dev Seminar III | 1 |
FOED6421 | Personnel Administration & Staff Development | 3 |
FOED6422 | School Finance & Resource Management | 3 |
FOED6423 | Professional & Cultural Issues in Education | 3 |
FOED6424 | Educational Supervision | 3 |
FOED6425 | School Leadership | 3 |
3: Min CH:0 to Max CH:3 |
Special Education Track
Required Courses (21 hours) | Credit Hours | |
SPED6321 | Advanced Assessment in Special Education | 3 |
SPED6322 | Characteristics & Teaching Techniques for Individuals | 3 |
SPED6323 | Advanced Collaboration in Special Education | 3 |
SPED624 | Inclusive Learning Environment | 3 |
SPED6325 | Curriculum Modifications for Exceptional Individuals | 3 |
SPED6400 | Thesis | 3 |
SPED6401 | Thesis Proposal Dev Seminar I | 1 |
SPED6402 | Thesis Proposal Dev Seminar II | 1 |
SPED6403 | Thesis Proposal Dev Seminar III | 1 |
Merit Fellowship Award
To receive the Merit Award, students are expected to have high academic credentials and maintain their academic success at the UAEU. The Merit Fellowship Award offers financial assistance in form of a partial tuition waiver to qualified students. Students in STEM and strategic areas of the country (renewable energy, transportation, health, water resources, technology, space) will have priority.
Student Eligibility:
- Have Excellent Academic Standing (GPA ≥ 3.6/4.0).
- Maintain a GPA ≥of 3.6/4.0 during study at UAEU.
- Have no other financial sponsorship or award.
Benefits:
- 50% discount on tuition fees.
Duration:
- Valid until graduation as long as the student is abiding with the Student Eligibility conditions.
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Program Outcome
- Acquire advanced knowledge of educational theory, research, and skills related to the area of specialization.
- Enhance ability to incorporate theory and research into practice related to the area of specialization.
- Become reflective practitioners within the area of specialization.
- Become an educational leader and promotes the success of all students by advocating, nurturing, and sustaining a school culture and instructional program conducive to student learning.
- Enhance the ability to use problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities to develop, implement, and evaluate collaborative teaching and learning activities.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Apply advanced knowledge and skills necessary in their area of specialization.
- Create a responsive learning environment in which equal treatment, fairness, and respect for diversity are sustained.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to improve programs, services, and outcomes for students and their families.
- Use quantitative and qualitative research that enhance teaching and learning practices and/or school operations.
- Demonstrate leadership abilities in their profession.
- Integrate ICT (Information and Communication Technology) into teaching and learning and/or school operations.
- Use effective communication skills to manage the complexities of teaching for learning in all educational settings.