Master of Education (MEd)

Programme Code: A1M043 / C2M001
Study Mode: One-year Full-time / Two-year Part-time
Programme Director: Dr TSANG, Yiu Fai Chris
Programme Coordinator: Dr YU, Jing

The programme is aimed at individuals who aspire to professional advancement in the educational sector, and those who intend to strengthen their foundational knowledge and deepen their study in certain Areas of Focus.

It is designed to support students in integrating their past experience with new insights in theory, practice and leadership. The curriculum combines specialist study and a broad-based education in professional reflection, assessment and research methods. It provides flexible learning routes for students from different knowledge backgrounds.

By the end of this programme, students will be able to:

1. demonstrate advanced knowledge and awareness of new developments in their chosen Area of Focus;
2. review educational research critically, and conduct educational inquiries independently;
3. apply assessment principles and strategies for the promotion of learning; and
4. evaluate the larger policy and cultural contexts of education in Hong Kong and other societies with a critical perspective; and
5. possess professional ethics and social responsibility in the field of education.

The MEd programme comprises 24 credit points (cps). Students are required to take 8 courses (3 cps for each course) to complete the requirements. The following options are available:

Educational Studies
Students with a broad interest in education may choose this option.

• 2 Core Courses^# + Any 6 Specialist Courses; or
• 2 Core Courses^# + 3 Specialist Courses (as required) + Research Project*

All Areas of Focus except Educational Studies
They are designed for students who wish to deepen their professional knowledge in a particular Area of Focus, complemented by elective courses offered in the programme.

• 2 Core Courses^# + 3 Specialist Courses within an Area of Focus + Any 3 Specialist Courses / Research Project^*

Remarks

• ^# Students are required to take the Core Courses according to their chosen Area of Focus: Click to view the Core Courses.
• ^* Students may choose to carry out a research project instead of taking 3 specialist courses. The research project comprises supervised work on an agreed topic with the research project supervisor.

Any aspect of the courses and course offerings (including, without limitation, the contents of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University if necessary. Without limiting the generality of the University’s discretion to revise the courses and course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors including staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by change of circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.

The medium of instruction can be English and Chinese (including Putonghua) as consistent with the University’s policy.

Classes in the same or different semester(s) may be scheduled on weekday daytime/evenings, weekends and/or during long holidays at the Tai Po Campus / Tseung Kwan O Study Centre / North Point Study Centre / Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre and/or other locations as decided by the University.

Different modes of delivery, teaching and learning activities as well as assessment methods could be adopted as deemed appropriate.

Students can choose any one of the following Areas of Focus offered in the programme:

Business Education and Human Resources Development (BH)

Click here for detailed information in BH.

Area Coordinator: Dr LAW Kim Fai Eric
E-mail: ekflaw@eduhk.hk
Website: www.eduhk.hk/ssps

Curriculum, Teaching and Assessment (CTA)

Click here for detailed information in CTA.

Area Coordinator: Dr Wan Zhihong Peter
E-mail: wanzh@eduhk.hk

Associate Area Coordinator: Dr CHENG Wing Tung Michelle
E-mail: chengwt@eduhk.hk

Website: www.eduhk.hk/ci

Early Childhood Education (EC)

Click here for detailed information in EC.

Area Coordinator: Dr ZHOU Yanling
E-mail: ylzhou@eduhk.hk
Website: www.eduhk.hk/ece

Educational and Developmental Psychology (EDP)

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Area Coordinator: Dr WAN Lai Yin Sarah
E-mail: sarahwan@eduhk.hk
Website: www.eduhk.hk/ps

^ Applicants must provide documentary evidence that an introductory undergraduate psychology course or equivalent has been taken at a tertiary institution.

Educational Leadership (ELS)

Click here for detailed information in ELS.

Area Coordinator: Dr Choi Soobin
E-mail: schoi@eduhk.hk
Website: www.eduhk.hk/epl

Educational Studies (EDS)

Click here for detailed information in EDS.

Area Coordinator: Dr YU Jing
E-mail: yuj@eduhk.hk
Website: www.eduhk.hk/gradsch

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

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Area Coordinator: Dr Zhang Yue Ellen
E-mail: yuezhang@eduhk.hk
Website: www.eduhk.hk/ele

Health and Physical Education (HPE)

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Area Coordinator: Dr SUN Fenghua
E-mail: fhsun@eduhk.hk
Website: www.eduhk.hk/hpe

Life and Values Education (LVE)

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Area Coordinator: Dr THIBAUD Ezechiel
E-mail: chimingl@eduhk.hk
Website: https://www.eduhk.hk/fehd/en/programmes.php?id=132

Mathematics, Technology, Science and Environment

Click here for detailed information in Mathematics, Technology, Science and Environment.

Mathematics and Technology Strand (MTS)
Area Coordinator: Dr CHIU Mei Choi
E-mail: mcchiu@eduhk.hk
Website: www.eduhk.hk/mit

^ Applicants must hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Science or Information Technology from a recognised University.

Science and Environmental Studies Strand (SESS)
Area Coordinator: Dr CHING Ping Pui
E-mail: ppching@eduhk.hk
Website: www.eduhk.hk/ses

Special Needs, Giftedness and Counselling (SNC)

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Area Coordinator: Prof SIN Kuen Fung
E-mail: kfsin@eduhk.hk
Website: www.eduhk.hk/sec

^ High proficiency in English and previous training in the Area of Focus of Special Needs, Giftedness and Counselling are necessary.

Cancellation of Area of Focus

• Areas of Focus and courses on offer are subject to change and sufficient enrolment.
• The University reserves the right to cancel any Areas of Focus in which case all fees paid will be refunded.

We has been arranged for MEd students to broaden their global perspective. The OLEP offers students the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities such as lectures, seminars, site visits, and tours at our partner universities. By studying abroad, students are able to immerse themselves in a different culture, network with international scholars and students, and explore various education-related topics in different educational systems. In the previous years, students visited universities in Australia, France, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, United States and United Kingdom.

Students may be granted block credit transfer for the completed course, subject to the arrangement with our partner universities.

Courses offered in 2023/24

• Partner University: Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, Norway
  Course Title: Education and Society in Norway Today
• Partner University: Sophia University, Japan
  Course Title: Statistical Methods and Innovative Field-based Approaches for Cross-disciplinary Studies

Courses offered in 2024/25

• Partner University: The University of New South Wales, Australia
  Course Title: Advanced Qualitative Research Methods
• Partner University: The University of British Columbia, Canada
  Course Title: Social Emotional Learning
• Partner University: Tampere University, Finland
  Course Title: Analysis of Higher Education and Innovation Policies
• Partner University: Sophia University, Japan
  Course Title: Environmental Management and Sustainable Development Goals
• Partner University: Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, Norway
  Course Title: Education and Society in Norway Today

Dual Master’s Degree programmes have been developed in cooperation with overseas partner universities. Upon completion of the required taught courses, Research Project/Thesis, and other graduation requirements, students will be awarded two certificates (one from EdUHK and another from our partner university) and attend two graduation ceremonies. This programme not only enhances students’ academic credentials but also provides them with a unique international perspective educational experience.

• Master of Education at EdUHK & Master of Science at JBNU
• Master of Education at EdUHK & Master of Education at UAEU
• Master of Education at EdUHK & Master of Arts at SU