Master of Education
(N-DL/0111/7/0031) (06/30) (MQA/PA 18185)
Programme Overview
The Master of Education (ODL) is a postgraduate program designed to provide advanced knowledge and skills in the field of education through flexible, distance learning. It caters to educators, administrators, and professionals seeking career advancement or specialization. The program emphasizes educational leadership, curriculum development, instructional design, and research-based practice. It promotes independent learning, critical thinking, and innovative pedagogical approaches suitable for diverse educational settings. Through online and blended learning modes, the program accommodates working professionals, enabling them to balance study with other responsibilities. Graduates are well-prepared to contribute meaningfully to educational improvement and policy development at local and global levels.
Subject Highlights
Sl. No. | MQA Subject Code | Subject Name | Credits |
1 | MEDU 1113 | Educational Psychology | 3 |
2 | MEDU 1123 | Philosophical & Sociological Foundations of Education | 3 |
3 | MEDU 1133 | Information Technology in Education | 3 |
4 | MEDU 1143 | Theories and Practices in Education | 3 |
SPECIALIZATION AREA A: EDUCATION LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT (Choose any two) | |||
5 | MEDU (ELM) 1213 | Leading Educational Change and Improvement | 3 |
6 | MEDU (ELM) 1223 | Researching Educational Leadership and Management | 3 |
7 | MEDU (ELM) 1243 | Mentoring and Coaching | 3 |
SPECIALIZATION AREA B: CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION (Choose any two) | |||
8 | MEDU (CI) 1213 | Curriculum Leadership and Policy Development | 3 |
9 | MEDU (CI) 1223 | Curriculum Innovation and 21st century Learning | 3 |
10 | MEDU (CI) 1243 | Curriculum, Assessment and Quality Assurance | 3 |
11 | MEDU (CI) 1233 | Fundamentals and Principles of Curriculum Design | 3 |
12 | MEDU (ELM) 1233 | Policy, Strategy and Resources in Education | 3 |
13 | MEDU 1253 | Research Methodology | 4 |
14 | MEDU 1313 | Educational Administration | 3 |
15 | MEDU 1323 | Educational Measurement and Evaluation | 3 |
16 | MEDU 1333 | Project Work 1 | 3 |
17 | MEDU 2413 | Project Work 2 | 3 |
Entry Requirements
i. A Bachelor’s degree in education field (Level 6, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or its equivalent as accepted by the HEP Senate;
OR
ii. A Bachelor’s degree in education field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment.
OR
iii. A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 must undergo ***prerequisite courses;
OR
iv. A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment AND must undergo ***prerequisite courses;
OR
v. Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognized by Malaysian government as equivalent to the above requirements.
Achieve (MUET) or any English competency test equivalent to a Low B1 Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
For International Students:
Achieve (MUET) or any English competency test equivalent to a Low B1 Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
Career Opportunities
A Master of Education (ODL) opens diverse career opportunities in teaching, curriculum development, educational leadership, e-learning, policy-making, and academic research. Graduates can work in schools, higher education institutions, NGOs, or government agencies, often assuming roles such as instructional designer, education consultant, or training coordinator, especially in flexible, remote settings. The program paves the way for a variety of career paths, offering opportunities such as –
- Educational Administrator
- Education Program Manager
- Educational Policy Analysis
Program Aim
The Master of Education (ODL) is a postgraduate program designed to provide advanced knowledge and skills in the field of education through flexible, distance learning. It caters to educators, administrators, and professionals seeking career advancement or specialization. The program emphasizes educational leadership, curriculum development, instructional design, and research-based practice. It promotes independent learning, critical thinking, and innovative pedagogical approaches suitable for diverse educational settings. Through online and blended learning modes, the program accommodates working professionals, enabling them to balance study with other responsibilities. Graduates are well-prepared to contribute meaningfully to educational improvement and policy development at local and global levels.