Master of Education (MEd) with Specialization in Technology in Education (Secondary Education)

University of Alberta

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Qualification

2 Years

Course duration

8/31/2025

Start Date

US$6378

Fee

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The Department of Secondary Education offers programs leading to the Master of Education. Graduate instruction in these programs is designed to develop competencies as master teachers, educators in the specific disciplines, curriculum and instruction specialists, and curriculum and instruction scholars. Both thesis-based and course-based Master of Education programs with a Specialization in Technology in Education are available through the Department Program Requirements Course-based MEd Students in the course-based MEd program normally must successfully complete ★27 of graduate-level courses and a final research/capping exercise (equivalent to ★3) for a total of ★30. Required Courses (★12): EDSE 503 - Curriculum Foundations EDSE 504 - Curriculum Inquiry EDSE 510 - Research Methods in Secondary Education EDU 575 - Theory and Practice in Educational Technology Elective Courses (★15): Students will take two ★3 Technology Elective Courses, at least one of which must be an EDSE 5XX course. Students will also take another three ★3 Elective Courses. Courses will be determined in consultation with the academic advisor with consideration for student’s academic background and requirements for the proposed capping exercise. The number of Individual Study (EDSE 502) courses that can be taken is limited to ★3 per semester and ★6 per program Capping Exercise: EDSE 900 - Research/Capping Exercise Ethics requirement for course-based MEd: Completion of ethics training hours. Department Ethics component (equivalent to 8 hours) through successful completion of EDSE 510 and EDSE 900 plus FGSR component. Thesis-based MEd Students in the thesis-based MEd program normally must successfully complete ★21 of graduate-level courses, as well as preparing and defending a thesis. Required Courses (★15): EDSE 503 - Curriculum Foundations EDSE 504 - Curriculum Inquiry EDSE 510 - Research Methods in Secondary Education EDSE 511 - Research Design in Secondary Education EDU 575 - Theory and Practice in Educational Technology Elective Courses (★6): Students will take two ★3 Technology Elective Courses, at least one of which must be an EDSE 5XX course. Courses will be determined in consultation with the supervisor with consideration for the student’s academic background and proposed thesis. The number of Individual Study (EDSE 502) courses that can be taken is limited to ★3 per semester and ★6 per program Thesis Registration in 900-level THES. Ethics requirement for thesis-based MEd Completion of ethics training hours. Department Ethics component (equivalent to 8 hours) through successful completion of EDSE 510 and EDSE 511 plus FGSR component. Length of Program The time taken to complete the program will vary according to the education and experience of the applicant and the nature of the research undertaken. A minimum of two years is usually required. The maximum time to complete the course-based MEd program as set by the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research is six years. The maximum time to complete the thesis-based MEd program as set by the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research is four years.

For international students

The Department's minimum admission requirements are an undergraduate degree with an admission GPA of at least 3.0 on the 4-point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution. English Language Requirement: A minimum TOEFL score of 93 with a score of at least 24 on speaking and writing and 20 on reading and listening (internet-based), or equivalent; IELTS with a minimum overall band score of 7.0, with at least 6.5 on each band; CAEL with an overall minimum score of 70, with at least 60 on each subtest; PTE (Academic) with an overall minimum score of 64 Application Deadlines: MEd (course-based): March 1 MEd (thesis-based): March 1

2 Years - Full time

Fee

CAD$8,874.00 (US$ 6,378) per yearStandard Fee - Thesis-Based yearly fee: CAN $8,874, Course-Based fee: CAN $1,901.52 per 3 credit course; Non-Standard fee - CAN $7,606.34 (Annual fee) Please check with institution

Start Date

8/31/2025

Address

University of Alberta, North Campus, EDMONTON, Alberta (AB), T6G 2R3, Canada

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One of the top five universities in Canada and the top 100 in the world, the University of Alberta (UAlberta) is a large, immersive and inspirational institution.
There are more than 200 undergraduate programs and 18 faculties across five campuses. Over 36,000 students call UAlberta home, with international students making up 7,000 of them. There are more than 130 nationalities represented at the university.
Founded in 1908, UAlberta has a strong history of innovative teaching. This has consequently built its international reputation as a leading university. It consistently fares well in global university rankings and stands out in many subject areas.
International students will feel at home on campus, as the dedicated International Student Services team is very helpful and friendly. Students can choose from a variety of on-campus accommodations to suit their needs, as well as be awarded for academic excellence in the form of scholarships.
There is plenty to get involved in outside of study time. Many students are attracted to UAlberta because of its diverse and vibrant location. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, students can enjoy a young, vibrant city with a strong and dynamic economy. The north campus is above the beautiful North Saskatchewan river valley, one of the continent’s biggest urban parklands, where students can bike, hike, ski, and much more.
The university strives to create an empowering student experience that prepares individuals to make a positive difference to the world after they graduate. UAlberta has one of the highest graduate employment rates in Canada, and the province of Alberta has the highest average salaries in the country.

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