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Monash University Handbook 2010 Postgraduate - Course

This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Education

Managing facultyEducation
Abbreviated titleMEd
CRICOS code039997F
Standard duration of study (years)2 years FT, 4 years PT
Study mode and locationOn-campus (Clayton, Gippsland, Peninsula)
Off-campus (Clayton, Gippsland, Peninsula)
Multi-modal (Clayton, Gippsland, Peninsula)
Contact details

Telephone +61 3 9905 2888 or email researchdegrees@education.monash.edu.au.

Course coordinator

Associate Professor Joanne Deppeler

Description

The Master of Education by thesis is a 100 per cent research degree which requires candidates to carry out an independent study which is reported in a thesis. For more details refer to the 'Master of Education (Research) program' introductory section in the Faculty of Education information pages in this handbook at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/postgrad/edu.html.

External candidature

Candidature by external mode is available and can be on a full-time or part-time basis. Prospective candidates applying for this mode must be able to ensure regular interactive communication with their supervisor and be able to undertake the equivalent of five days of full-time study within the University each year although this requirement may be relaxed in later years depending on the candidate's progress.

Requirements

Towards the end of the first year of full time (or equivalent) candidature, students are required to prepare a research proposal and present it orally to a panel of academics. If the panel agrees, this changes the student's status from probationary to confirmed candidature.

Candidates for the Master of Education will submit a thesis of up to 60,000 words and will engage in a research induction program in consultation with their supervisor.

Progression to further studies

It is possible to upgrade to Doctor of Philosophy from this course.

Award(s)

Master of Education