Master of Education (Stream 150) Major Thesis

Please note that this course will not provide you with registration to teach in Australia.

• demonstrate a superior knowledge and understanding of educational theory and practice in general and in a specialised area in particular;
• express informed opinions about particular areas of current educational interest;
• have an understanding of the theory and practice of educational research needed to evaluate research literature and carry out appropriate research activity;
• make effective use of the findings of educational writings and research in addressing professional problems;
• have the depth of knowledge and understanding that will enable them to be a resource for colleagues in particular professional situations;
• demonstrate an appreciation of professional responsibilities and ethical principles which should characterise leaders in the education profession.

Students are required to undertake 150 points of study, consisting of 50 points of coursework and a thesis of 30,000 words with a methodology component (100 points total). In order to proceed to the thesis, students must achieve grades of H2A or above in the coursework component. Students who do not achieve this level will be able to complete the degree by transferring to Stream 150A or 150B. This is a research-classified course. Graduates of Stream 150 may be eligible to apply for entry to the PhD or Doctor of Education programs. With Faculty approval, students may convert their candidature to PhD. Students must publicly present a research paper in the last six months of their candidature.

Applicants for Stream 150 are required to submit a thesis proposal signed by their proposed supervisor with their application.

• an appropriate undergraduate degree and an appropriate fourth-year level education qualification, or equivalent, or
• an appropriate four-year education degree, or equivalent, or
• an appropriate undergraduate degree and either a record of research and/or publication equivalent to year four in education or at least two years of documented relevant professional experience.

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability