Dual Master of Education Program with the Education University of Hong Kong
About This Programme
A jointly delivered MEd with the Education University of Hong Kong, awarding a dual qualification.
Course Highlights
- Taught at UAEU, ranked #217 in the QS World University Rankings 2027
- American-style credit-hour degree taught in English
- UAE nationals are generally government-sponsored
What You'll Study
Taught full time, in person, on an American-style credit-hour system, primarily in English.
Core Requirements (9 CH)
Dual Master of Education with the Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK), minimum 36 CH. Coursework is split between UAEU and EdUHK; the core mirrors the UAEU Master of Education.
- CURR612 Introduction to Educational Research3 credits
- FOED616 Leading Schools and Communities3 credits
- SPED618 Human Development and Individual Differences3 credits
Elective Courses (6 CH)
Elective pool shared with the UAEU Master of Education.
Select 2 courses (6 CH).
- CURR613 Advanced Technology Application in Education3 credits
- CURR614 Advanced Educational Research3 credits
- CURR617 Current Issues in Teaching and Learning3 credits
- FOED615 International Perspective on Educational Leadership3 credits
- FOED619 Leadership of Change in Education Organizations3 credits
- SPED624 Inclusive Learning Environment3 credits
Concentration (choose one)
Choose ONE concentration; concentrations mirror the UAEU Master of Education. Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, or Special Education. Each includes a Thesis or Master Graduation Project.
See the UAEU Master of Education entry for the full course lists of each concentration.
- Curriculum and Instruction: core courses plus subject-methods electives and Thesis or Master Graduation Project
- Educational Leadership: Personnel Administration, School Finance, Professional Issues, Educational Supervision, School Leadership, plus Thesis or Master Graduation Project
- Special Education: Advanced Assessment, Characteristics and Teaching Techniques, Advanced Collaboration, Inclusive Learning Environment, Curriculum Modifications, plus Thesis or Master Graduation Project
Dual-Degree Completion Requirements
Complete all taught courses required by both UAEU and EdUHK. Submit a single thesis / research project to both universities, with one oral defence held at either institution. A first-author publication in a journal recognised by both universities is required. Minimum residence of 4 months at each institution. On completion, two MEd degrees are awarded (one from each university).
Entry Requirements
A CV and two references are required; some programmes require an interview or entrance test.
Careers
Graduates pursue careers as teachers, education specialists and school leaders, or continue to postgraduate study in education.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed and accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA); UAEU also holds US institutional accreditation from WSCUC.
Programme Details
Award
Master of Education
Start Date
August (Fall intake)
Typical Offer
A relevant bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Education
Campus
Al Ain
Course Type
Master of Education
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person