Our master’s degrees are designed for working professionals seeking to deepen their expertise and advance their careers - with flexible course schedules, including online, weekend, weeknight, and summer classes.We provide a rich learning environment that integrates educational theories, research methodologies, and knowledge frameworks, with a strong emphasis on practical application within students’ professional contexts. Both degrees are ideal for educators, administrators, and professionals looking to develop their leadership capacities and take on advanced roles in educational settings. The MA degree is primarily for individuals who wish to develop their expertise as educational researchers in addition to their interest in a thematic area of study.The degree is designed specifically as a research degree, with students required to carry out and complete an independent research project (master’s thesis).
Prospective MA students are required to find a supervisor before starting their application. Admission to the program requires the support of a faculty supervisor as well as satisfying program-specific criteria.MEd applicants can indicate on their application a preference for a supervisor (optional). The review committee will take this under advisement, but it is not a guarantee. Applicants must meet the following criteria:bachelors degree or equivalent, with a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76-79%) in third- and fourth-year courses, academic standing with at least 12 credits of third-or fourth-year courses in the A- grade range (80% or higher at UBC) in a four-year baccalaureate degree or its academic equivalent.Specific minimum admission requirements for graduates of different countries may be found in the International Student Evaluation Manualapplicants are generally required to have at least two years of related work experience.