Master of Education
About This Programme
A research-based 36-credit degree preparing educators for leadership, pairing a professional core with a specialisation in Elementary, Secondary or Special and Inclusive Education and a capstone, delivered in an evening format.
Course Highlights
- Taught at AUD, ranked #620 in the QS World University Rankings 2027
- US-accredited (SACSCOC) American credit degree taught in English
- AUD reports around 92% graduate employment
What You'll Study
Taught part time, in person, on an American credit-hour system, in English.
Summary of degree requirements
36 credit hours in total.
- Core18 credits
- Concentration12 credits
- Capstone Experience6 credits
Core
18 credit hours required.
- EDCO 600 Learning and Human Development3 credits
- EDCO 602 Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment3 credits
- EDCO 604 Principles of Learning and Classroom Management3 credits
- EDCO 610 Inclusive Education and Differentiation3 credits
- EDCO 620 Technological Applications in the Classroom3 credits
- EDCO 621 Teaching in a Multicultural Classroom3 credits
Elementary Concentration
12 credit hours required.
One of 3 alternatives published for this degree; the summary table above counts this block once, so they are choices rather than additional credits.
- EDEL 603 Elementary Reading Methods3 credits
- EDEL 605 Elementary Language Arts and Social Studies Methods or3 credits
- EDEL 606 Elementary Science and Mathematics Methods3 credits
- EDEL 630 Elementary Teaching Practicum**6 credits
Secondary Concentration
12 credit hours required.
- EDSE 603 Secondary General Methods and Assessment3 credits
- EDSE 605 Reading across the Curriculum3 credits
- EDSE 630 Secondary Teaching Practicum**6 credits
One of 3 alternatives published for this degree; the summary table above counts this block once, so they are choices rather than additional credits.
Special and Inclusive Education Concentration
12 credit hours required.
- EDSI 603 Literacy Instruction for Students with Disabilities3 credits
- EDSI 605 Instructional Methods & Assessments for Students with Disabilities3 credits
- EDSI 630 Special and Inclusive Education Practicum**6 credits
One of 3 alternatives published for this degree; the summary table above counts this block once, so they are choices rather than additional credits.
Capstone Experience
6 credit hours required.
- EDCO 622 Educational Research3 credits
- EDCO 630 Master of Education Capstone Project3 credits
Entry Requirements
Some programmes require a GMAT or GRE score, an interview or a portfolio.
Careers
Graduates pursue careers as teachers, education specialists and school leaders across the region.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
AUD is institutionally accredited in the United States by SACSCOC and licensed by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
Programme Details
Award
Master of Education
Start Date
September (Fall intake)
Typical Offer
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, with MoHESR attestation for degrees earned outside the UAE.
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Education
Campus
Dubai
Course Type
Master of Education
Study Pattern
Part time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 165,564 total
Graduate applicants apply online with sealed bachelor's transcripts (min 3.0 GPA), English scores and a statement of objectives; some programmes require a GMAT/GRE score or an interview.