Overview
Offered within the Master of Education program, this specialisation focuses on the systemic design principles of education systems and their implications for the provision of education and outcomes. You will gain deeper insights into systemic design (with a particular focus on schools), education policy, the intersection of context and education … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Describe the fundamental concepts, principles, theories and terminology used in the main branches of education systems research, policy, and practice.
2.
Assess the education provision needs of different groups in society.
3.
Apply the principles of education system design to new or complex environments.
4.
Apply effective oral, written and visual communication skills to present a coherent and sustained argument on education system design and performance in a relevant context.
5.
Engage responsibly and sensitively with cultural, historical and interdisciplinary global contexts in the synthesis of education system design solutions.
Available in Program(s) Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:
Master of Education - MEd8913 - Education
Specialisation Structure
Students must complete 48 UOC.
Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
Research Methodology Course6 Units of Credit:
Research Prescribed Elective6 Units of Credit:
Project12 Units of Credit:
Education Electives12 Units of Credit:
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