The Master of Educational Studies degree is intended for practising teachers and other educators who wish to gain postgraduate professional qualifications in a wide variety of educational contexts and to acquire or update their expertise. The approach used in the program blends theory and practice, with an emphasis on applying research findings to best educational practices. The program is undertaken by coursework, with the option of a research strand consisting of a minor thesis with research methodology courses.

The Master of Educational Studies is available in the following areas of interest:

• Generic
• Aboriginal Education
• Chemistry (Specialisation not available in 2010)
• Computer Education
• Early Childhood Education (Specialisation not available in 2010)
• Educating Boys
• Engineering Education (Specialisation not available in 2010)
• Gifted Education (Available to continuing students only)
• Mathematics
• Pedagogy
• Physics (Specialisation not available in 2010)
• Research Strand
• Science (Specialisation not available in 2010)
• Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
• Vocational Education and Training (VET) (Specialisation not available in 2010)

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Admission to the Master of Educational Studies degree is open to applicants who have satisfactorily completed a four year Bachelors degree or a three year degree and a Postgraduate Diploma. Applicants who do not satisfy the requirements for direct entry to the award may complete the Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies award (40 units) prior to entering the Masters award, and may then seek up to 40 units of credit in the Masters degree.

Note: It is assumed that applicants are qualified teachers, but others may apply. This is NOT an initial teaching qualification.

Admission to this program is available to Australian students, residents and international students. Please visit http://www.newcastle.edu.au/campaigns/postgrad/how-to-apply.html for information on how to gain entry.

If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program go to https://intraweb.newcastle.edu.au/catso/pages/credittransferhome.aspx to apply online.

Completed Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies in the specialisation of Leadership and Management. Other relevant qualifications may seek credit of up to 40 units.

Some accreditation is possible within specialisation areas. The degree, however, is not an initial teaching qualification. Please contact Specialisation Convenor.

International students must comply with the University of Newcastle's English language proficiency requirements. All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University. Please visit http://www.newcastle.edu.au/students/international/student-support/ to find out more about the support services available to international students.

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Students with disabilities who require reasonable adjustments to undertake their program should contact the Disability Support Service before semester or early in the semester. Some adjustments need up to 4 weeks lead time to organise, so it is imperative that early contact is made. The Disability Support Service and relevant Faculty and School officers will work together to ensure reasonably adjustments are provided in a timely manner.

Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student¿s responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements. Please visit http://www.newcastle.edu.au/service/disability/ for more information.

The Faculty of Arts and Education accepts responsibility for providing reasonable accommodations for students with special needs, in liaison with the Student Support Unit, which offers practical assistance and advice to students with a disability or chronic illness.

The program may be undertaken on-campus or through WebLearn. Please refer to the timetable information for individual course availability and location of offer as not all courses are offered in both modes.

All students can access additional learning development mechanisms provided by the Centre for Teaching and Learning at http://www.newcastle.edu.au/unit/ctl/lsp/

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.

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Students are required to complete 80 units of approved courses to obtain the degree. This is primarily done through coursework, however, students have the option of combining coursework (40 units) and research option (40 units). Please see individual areas of interest for details. Students interested in completing a research strand within the Masters award should contact the Program Convenor. All courses are taught at postgraduate level. Not all courses are offered each semester. The Faculty reserves the right not to offer courses if there is insufficient demand.