Master of Educational Studies

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About This Programme

Advanced study for educators and education leaders: pedagogy, policy, and practice. Billed per subject at AED 7,846, 10 subjects (about AED 78,461 total).

Course Highlights

Curriculum and learning design, technology in education and inclusive education.
Practicum and research-project options.
A gateway toward UAE teacher licensing.
Degree awarded by the University of Wollongong, Australia.

What You'll Study

Delivered in weekend classes on the Dubai Knowledge Park campus. Each subject is 6 credit points (the major research project is 12). UOWD charges per subject (AED 7,846.13/subject, VAT inclusive) — the figure shown is an indicative annual over ~2 years.

Core

Curriculum and Learning Design
Introduction to Technology in Education
Designing Digital Learning Environments
Introduction to Inclusive Education: Strategies, Policies and Legislation
Second Language Literacy
Psychology for Educators
Assessment and Reporting in a Secondary Context
Practicum in a school setting

Final Module (choose one)

Choose one final pathway:

Practicum in School Setting + Minor Research Project
Internship in Non-School Setting + Minor Research Project
Major Research Project in Education12 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A completed bachelor's degree from an accredited institution meeting minimum country grades.

English: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (6.0 each band), or TOEFL iBT 88, or PTE Academic 62.

Fee is AED 7,846.13 per subject (VAT inclusive); ~10 subjects, total ≈ AED 78,461.

Careers

Graduates become teachers, lecturers, counsellors, school managers, principals and research assistants.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education (CAA) and KHDA-licensed; conferred by the University of Wollongong (Australia, TEQSA-registered).

Programme Details

Award

Master of Educational Studies

Start Date

September 2026 (also January & April intakes)

Typical Offer

Bachelor's + IELTS 6.5

Duration

2 years

Qualification

Masters

Subject Area

Education

Campus

Dubai

Course Type

Postgraduate

Tuition Fee

AED 39,231/yr

Apply online at uowdubai.ac.ae. Scholarships and merit awards are available.

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Next intakes

JanSep

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What You'll Study

Core

Curriculum and Learning Design
Introduction to Technology in Education
Designing Digital Learning Environments
Introduction to Inclusive Education: Strategies, Policies and Legislation
Second Language Literacy
Psychology for Educators
Assessment and Reporting in a Secondary Context
Practicum in a school setting

Final Module (choose one)

Choose one final pathway:

Practicum in School Setting + Minor Research Project
Internship in Non-School Setting + Minor Research Project
Major Research Project in Education12 credits