Master of Education

(Technical and Vocational Education-ODL)

Master of Education (Technical and Vocational Education) is specially designed leading to the degree of Master and Doctor of Philosophy in various areas of education to cater for teaching or training professionals who are seeking in-depth knowledge, research skills, careers advancement and provide professional leadership in the specialized fields of education.

Mode of programme   :             Full time
Campus                           :             UTM Johor Bahru Campus
Period of Study             :             3-8 semesters
Mode of Study 1            :             Open and Distance Learning
Credit for Graduate     :             45 credits

Students must complete the following course:

UNIVERSITY COURSE (3 CREDITS)

• UHPS 6013 : Dynamics of Leadership (3 credits)

CORE COURSES

• YHPP1013 Foundation of Education (if stated in the study offer letter)
• MHPU1013 Innovation in Education
• MHPU 1024 Research Methods in Education
• MHPU 1044 Research Data Analysis

PROGRAM CORE COURSES

• MHPV 1113 Philosophy and Future in PTV
• MHPV 1123 Curriculum Design in PTV
• MPHV 1133 Program Evaluation in PTV

ELECTIVE COURSES

• MPHV 2213 Teaching Models in PTV
• MPHV 2233 Supervision in PTV
• MPHV 2243 Industrial Training in PTV
• MPHV 2253 Entrepreneurship in PTV

RESEARCH STUDY (10 CREDITS)

• MHPT1105 Research Study I
• MHPT1205 Research Study II

PEO1: Proficient in applying and communicating in depth relevant knowledge in solving problems critically and analytically in the field of technical and vocational education and training

PEO2: Career advancement through lifelong learning and competencies in leadership, interpersonal and digital skills

PEO3: Practice ethical principles and entrepreneurial mindset within professional and societal context

PLO 1: Synthesize complex information, specialized concepts, theories, methods and practice independently in the field of technical and vocational education.

PLO 2: Create solutions to complex problems or issues in the field of technical and vocational education. 

PLO 3: Demonstrate advanced practical and technical skills in the field of technical and vocational education. for learning and research. 

PLO 4: Display effective interaction and teamworking skills in learning and working communities as well as other groups and networks ethically and professionally.

PLO 5: Communicate knowledge, skills and ideas effectively using appropriate methods to peers, scholarly communities, and societies. 

PLO 6: Use a wide range of suitable digital technologies and appropriate software competently to enhance learning and research. 

PLO 7: Plan quantitative and qualitative research activities by incorporating advanced analytical and numerical techniques. 

PLO 8: Adapt suitable leadership styles and demonstrate responsibility and autonomy in an emerging and dynamic educational setting. 

PLO 9: Display self-advancement and positive attitude through continuous academic or professional development. 

PLO 10: Initiate entrepreneurial ideas through innovative projects.

PLO 11: Exhibit adherence to ethical and professional codes of practice in advising and decision making.

The admission of candidates from the Bachelor’s degree level must have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.50. For candidates with a CGPA of less than 2.50 but at least 2.00, a minimum of five (5) years of work experience will be considered.

All international students applying for postgraduate programs at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia must possess a TOEFL certificate with a minimum score of 550 (or 79 IBT) or an IELTS certificate with a Band 6. However, students who do not meet these requirements may enroll in the Intensive English Programme (IEP) to improve their English proficiency at the UTM Language Academy or the CIEP at any ELS Language Centre in Malaysia. Once students complete and pass the course and obtain an IELTS Band 5.5 certificate or an ELS English certificate (score of 107), they will fulfill the English language requirements and can be admitted to study at UTM.

Malaysian candidates with an APEL T-7 certificate may be considered for admission (subject to faculty approval).