Master of Educational Studies
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). Fees are charged per subject per trimester; the figure shown is the published total of 78,460 AED divided across 2 years, so the yearly amount varies with how many subjects you enrol in.
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 Subjects
- EDGC920Curriculum and Learning Design6 credits
- EDGI900Introduction to Technology in Education6 credits
- EDGI902Designing Digital Learning Environments6 credits
- EDGS901Introduction to Inclusive Education: Strategies, Policies and Legislation6 credits
- EDGT932Second Language Literacy6 credits
- EDGX901Psychology for Educators6 credits
- EDMS922Assessment and Reporting in a Secondary Context6 credits
- EDGP920Practicum (in a school setting)6 credits
Final Module Options
- EDGP920 / EDGZ906Option A: Practicum in School Setting and Minor Research Project in Education12 credits
- EDGP940 / EDGZ906Option B: Internship in Non-School Setting and Minor Research Project in Education12 credits
- EDGZ910Option C: Major Research Project in Education12 credits
Entry Requirements
UOWD publishes no school-system entry matrix for postgraduate study; the English requirement above is the published one and is higher than the undergraduate band.
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
18–24 months
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Education
Campus
Dubai
Course Type
Postgraduate
Tuition Fee
AED 39,230 total
Apply online at uowdubai.ac.ae. Scholarships and merit awards are available.