Master of Education – ODL (Online Mode)
SEGi University · Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #731
Quick Overview
Apply Now📘 Program Overview
The Master of Education (By Coursework) programme at SEGi University is tailored for education professionals seeking to advance into strategic and leadership positions within the field of education.
A streamlined curriculum allows for the programme’s completion in just 12 months, and it is delivered in online (ODL) mode. The coursework-driven approach focuses on coursework, assignments, and projects rather than traditional exams.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Digital Technologies in Education
- Research Methodology
- One subject from specialisation
- Entrepreneurship in Education
- Two subjects from specialisation
- Specialisation tracks across Educational Psychology, Inclusive and Special Education, Early Childhood Care and Education, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Curriculum and Instruction Design for Sustainable Development, Educational Management, Leadership and Entrepreneurship, and Digital Learning Technologies and Innovation
- Research Project
- Consolidation of knowledge from your chosen specialisation subjects
- Coursework-driven assessment approach focused on projects and assignments
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Compulsory modules plus specialisation module selection | Digital Technologies in Education | 5 | 15 |
| Research Methodology | 5 | |||
| One subject from specialisation | 5 | |||
| Semester 2 | Entrepreneurship module plus two specialisation subjects | Entrepreneurship in Education | 5 | 15 |
| Two subjects from specialisation | 10 | |||
| Semester 3 | Research project | Research Project | 5 | 5 |
| Total | Programme total (sum of taught modules and research project) | 30 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You develop skills for leadership and strategy roles in education, aligning with SEGi’s stated career outcomes such as Principal/Head of Department and Academic Specialist/Director.
- You build capability to work as a Senior Manager or Senior Education Consultant by combining education leadership topics with entrepreneurship in education.
- You strengthen research readiness for education roles through Research Methodology and the final Research Project, supporting pathways into Educational Researcher roles.
- You tailor your degree through specialisations such as Educational Psychology, Inclusive and Special Education, Early Childhood Care and Education, and Digital Learning Technologies and Innovation to better match your career focus.
- Because this is a coursework-focused master, you concentrate on applied learning through coursework, assignments, and projects rather than traditional exams, helping you build portfolio-ready work.
- The programme’s structure supports working professionals, helping you upskill quickly for career progression while continuing your professional responsibilities.
Employability rate
For education graduates in Malaysia, an estimated employability rate is around 78% and an estimated unemployment rate is around 22%, reflecting continued hiring needs across schools, training providers, and education-related institutions.
Together, these figures suggest a generally stable outlook when you build job-relevant specialization skills and practical research capabilities during your master’s.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | International applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in an education-related field (or a related field accepted by the HEP Senate) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, or a minimum CGPA of 2.00 that may be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment. In some cases where the CGPA minimum of 2.50 or 2.00 is met, SEGi University indicates that prerequisite courses may be required based on internal assessment. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Education field (relevant teaching/education studies background) | Direct match | SEGi University specifies that entry is for applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in the education field, with minimum CGPA requirements and internal assessment/prerequisite courses where applicable. |
Language requirements
For this Master of Education (Coursework) (ODL) programme, SEGi University lists English proficiency entry requirements for international applicants as IELTS 4.0. The English requirement is used for admissions consideration alongside your academic qualifications.
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Not published | |
| Application fee | Not published |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants applying from abroad must be able to cover tuition fees and living expenses for the duration of their studies. Prepare documentation that supports your ability to fund the programme as required during the student pass and visa process.
- Evidence of funds to cover tuition fees and living expenses as requested by the student pass and visa process
- Any bank or financial documentation you plan to use to demonstrate funding (as required by your application and admissions records)
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Review eligibility for international applicants
Check that your Bachelor’s degree is in an education-related field and that you meet the CGPA requirement stated by SEGi University for international applicants. If your CGPA is within the 2.00 to 2.50 range, confirm that you may be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment and possible prerequisite courses. Prepare your documents early so you can submit everything within the published intake deadlines.
Prepare English language evidence
Ensure you have the required English language evidence for this programme as published by SEGi University. For international applicants, the entry language requirement listed is IELTS 4.0. Keep your test report and any related documents ready for uploading during application.
Submit your application through SEGi’s official process
Complete the online application during the intake application period and provide the requested academic information. Upload your academic documents and any other required items requested by the admissions workflow. After submission, monitor your application status and respond to any follow-up requests from admissions (if applicable) within the requested timeframe.