Caution
Copyright © Monash University 1996
ISBN 1037-0919
Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Course advisers: Associate Professor Gerald Burke, Dr Terri Seddon and Associate Professor Peter Gronn
The course for the degree of Master of Educational Policy and Administration (MEdPA) consists of the equivalent of eight coursework subjects. Students may also complete a component of original academic work (equal in weight to up to two subjects). The coursework subjects comprise some compulsory core subjects and subjects which may be selected, as specified in the regulations for the degree, from subjects included for the Master of Educational Studies degree.
Exemptions may be granted for a maximum of two subjects to applicants who have either a BEdSt or equivalent higher degree in this or another university. The subjects and individual academic work must form an integrated program of study to suit the candidate's individual background and needs. The proposed program should be discussed with the appropriate course adviser for approval at the time of applying for candidature. Classes in most subjects will be held late afternoon and evening.
The two compulsory core subjects are GED2880 and GED2881 (Studies in educational policy and administration). These provide broad, foundational studies in educational policy and administration. These subjects must be completed in the first year of study by full-time students, and in the first two years of study by part-time students.
The elective subjects are normally chosen from the lists of policy and administration subjects. In certain circumstances, up to two subjects may be chosen from the complete list of Master of Educational Studies subjects. Research subjects listed in the MEdSt schedule would also be appropriate for this degree. The component of individual academic work may take the form of a folio of student work, a practicum, or a research paper.