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Faculty of Education
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The master of education (MEd) is a professional degree signifying advanced knowledge about and advanced training in educational practice.

This program is intended for current and prospective leaders who are engaged in educational activities in a variety of societal workplaces (e.g. schools, colleges, community agencies, health agencies, justice agencies, art agencies). While the program is grounded both in research and in practice, it has a strong philosophical and conceptual orientation that encourages students to view issues and problems in the workplace in more complex and educative ways.

The program requires 30 units of course work and a comprehensive examination (EDUC 883-5).

For further information, telephone Professional Graduate Programs within the Faculty of Education at 778.782.5951 or email cpmed@sfu.ca

¶¡ÏãÔ°AV Requirements

See graduate general regulation 1.3 for University admission requirements. In exceptional circumstances, applicants who do not meet these requirements may be considered if superior scholarly or professional achievement is demonstrated.

¶¡ÏãÔ°AV is granted to a specific degree and to a particular program or specialization. Updated application information is available from the Faculty of Education.

Program Requirements

Students complete a total of 30 units, including all of

• EDUC 811-5 Fieldwork I
• EDUC 813-5 Organizational Theory and Analyses
• EDUC 817-5 Policy Processes
• EDUC 818-5 Leadership Studies

and one of

• EDUC 822-5 Evaluation of Educational Programs
• EDUC 864-5 Research Designs in Education

and one additional course (five units) approved by the student's senior supervisor.

After successful completion of three courses, students admitted to the MEd program may, on the senior supervisor's recommendation, and with the approval of the graduate director, transfer to the MA program.

Comprehensive Examination

Candidates complete a comprehensive examination by enrolling in

• EDUC 883-5 MEd Comprehensive Examination

Community Graduate Programs – Two Year Option

This program is also offered as a two year program that is situated in communities throughout the province of British Columbia. It caters to practicing educators who wish to improve their abilities to critically read, evaluate and integrate educational theory and research. The program's focus will be on a theme that integrates scholarly inquiry with focal interests and professional practice needs.

During fall and spring terms, classes normally are scheduled every second weekend wherever the program is situated. In the summer terms students typically attend classes in July.

School districts, educational institutions, groups and individuals interested in an MEd community graduate program should contact the office at 778.782.5951.

Academic Requirements within the Graduate General Regulations

All graduate students must satisfy the academic requirements that are specified in the graduate general regulations (residence, course work, academic progress, supervision, research competence requirement, completion time, and degree completion), as well as the specific requirements for the program in which they are enrolled, as shown above.

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