Programme Summary
The M. Ed. in Science Education is specially designed for science teachers employed at the secondary and tertiary levels who are keen on advancing their careers and wish to deepen their knowledge of science teaching and learning. The programme exposes students to current thinking in the teaching and learning of science and places value on the professional needs and experiences of participants in the selection, conduct and delivery of course materials. It requires the conduct of research into issues related to the teaching and learning of science and encourages the incorporation of research-based pedagogy in order to ultimately improve practice. A total of nine taught courses from the areas of science education, research methods and general education as well as a discipline-based research project comprise the programme requirements. Individuals who have a Bachelor’s degree in Science or Science Education and are trained teachers are eligible to apply.
Objective
The MEd in Science Education is specially designed for science teachers employed at the secondary and tertiary levels who are keen on advancing their careers and wish to deepen their knowledge of science teaching and learning. The programme exposes students to current thinking in the teaching and learning of science and places value on the professional needs and experiences of participants in the selection, conduct and delivery of course materials. It requires the conduct of research into issues related to the teaching and learning of science and encourages the incorporation of research-based pedagogy in order to ultimately improve practice.
Entry Requirements
A first degree at or above the Lower Second Honours Level; or a grade point average equivalent to a B or above; and a professional qualification in teaching such as a postgraduate diploma or certificate, or an approved equivalent.
Equivalents
Applicants with a U.W.I. B. Ed. degree gained before the honours classifications were introduced (between 1970 -1985), must have a minimum of B grade average. Applicants who graduated before 1970 must have a minimum of B in their research study. Applicants with a Pass Degree will be considered only in exceptional cases where the candidate’s professional experience and performance suggest further intellectual development. Such special applications are subject to the approval of the Board for Graduate Studies.
