Master of Education (Mixed Mode)

OVERVIEW OF THE PROGRAMME

The Master of Education (Specialization) at Faculty of Educational Sciences and Technology (FEST), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is a mixed mode research programme designed to nurture highly competent scholars and leaders in the field of Education. It emphasizes advanced research, ethical professionalism, and global engagement while offering unique advantages in terms of academic quality and affordability.

PURPOSE, VISION, MISSION

The programme aims to develop scholars with deep expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to generate impactful research that addresses local and global challenges in education.
Guided by UTM’s vision as a leading research university, the programme aspires to prepare graduates who uphold integrity, innovation, and sustainable practices in academia and beyond.

UNIQUE STRENGTHS

International recognition with ranking parity to global Master programmes.
Distinguished faculty with interdisciplinary expertise.
Strong industry and academic collaborations that enhance research opportunities.
Affordable tuition and living costs, offering excellent value compared to overseas universities.

DURATION AND MODE OF STUDY

Full-time registration only (all Master of Education Mixed Mode students are registered as full-time).
Minimum: 3 semesters (1.5 years)Maximum: 8 semesters (4 years)
Credits required : 45 credits

PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES

PEO1 : Proficient in applying and communicating in-depth relevant
knowledge in solving problems critically and analytically in
the field of Education
PEO2 : Career advancement through life-long learning and
competencies in research, leadership, interpersonal and
digital skills.
PEO3 : Practice ethical principles and entrepreneurial mindset within professional and societal context.

PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

PLO1: Synthesize complex information, specialized concepts, theories, methods and practice independently in the field of Education.
PLO2: Construct solutions to complex problems or issues in the field of Education.
PLO3: Demonstrate advanced practical and technical skills in Education for learning and research.
PLO4: Display effective interaction and team working skills in learning and working communities as well as other groups and networks, ethically and professionally.
PLO5:Communicate knowledge, skills and ideas effectively using
appropriate methods to peers, scholarly communities, and societies.
PLO6: Use a wide range of suitable digital technologies and appropriate software competently to enhance learning and research.
PLO7: Demonstrate skills in plan, design, analyze and evaluate numerical and graphical data in quantitative and qualitative research.
PLO8: Display autonomy, leadership and responsibility in managing group work in the context of problem solving.
PLO9: Display self-advancement through continuous academic and professional development.
PLO10: Initiate entrepreneurial ideas through innovative projects.
PLO11: Demonstrate adherence to ethical and professional

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

General University Requirements:
Applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications:
1. a) A Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent; or
2. b) A Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant field or related fields or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 but not meeting 2.75, may be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; or
3. c) Candidates without relevant academic qualifications in the field but with working experience in related areas must undertake appropriate prerequisite courses as determined by the Faculty/School.
If candidates have completed related prerequisite courses through:
1. i. Micro-credentials; or
  MOOCs; or
  iii. Elective courses during their undergraduate or Master’s studies,
evidence of the course results may be submitted to UTM for registration purposes.

English Language Requirements (for international students):

International students who wish to pursue postgraduate programs at UTM must meet the following English language competency requirements:

a) IELTS Band 6.0 and above; or
b) TOEFL iBT score 60 and above; or
c) Cambridge English Qualifications (CEQ) with a minimum score of B2 First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE), C2 Proficiency (CPE), or Linguaskill with a score of 169 and above; or
d) PTE Academic with a score of 59 and above; or
e) Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 4 and above; or
f) ELS Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) Level 108 and above; or
g) Any other examination benchmarked to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) with a minimum score of B2.

Exemption from the English requirement may be granted to international students who originate from countries where English is the official medium of instruction, or to those who have obtained academic qualifications from institutions in countries where English is the official medium of instruction.

For students who do not meet the requirement, they may take the Intensive English Programme (IEP) at the UTM Language Academy or the CIEP at any ELS Language Centre within one year from the date of registration. Upon completion and passing of the program, students must sit for an examination benchmarked to the CEFR with a minimum score of B2 in order to be accepted to pursue studies at UTM.

For international students who do not meet the English language competency requirements, they may be considered for a conditional offer under the following circumstances:

a) The student undertakes the English preparatory course prescribed by UTM; and
b) The student must then sit for an examination benchmarked to the CEFR with a minimum score of B2.

PREREQUISITE (IMPORTANT NOTICE)
YHPP 1013-FOUNDATION OF EDUCATION

1. Starting semester 1 session 2023/24 session, postgraduate students who do not have qualifications in the field of education or work experience related to education must pass the prerequisite course set on the first semester of study before being allowed to register core courses of the study program.
2. Students need to repeat the prerequisite courses in the following semester if failed.
3. Students only allowed to take core courses of the program after students pass the prerequisite courses