Master of Education
Sunway College Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Master of Education is a taught programme at Sunway University designed to deliver a comprehensive and engaging learning experience through its immersive and face-to-face coursework mode. It replaces examinations with project-based assessments, emphasising the practical application of knowledge and skills.
Offered in both full-time and part-time modes, the programme includes six learning blocks per year and features three specialisations: Instructional Technology, Educational Management, and Early Childhood Education. Graduates are awarded a degree from Lancaster University and receive two certificates, making them graduates of both Sunway University and Lancaster University.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Learning & Cognition
- Measurement, Assessment, and Evaluation
- AI in Education
- Educational Research Methodology
- Research Project 1 (Full-Time)
- Research Project 2 (Full-Time) or Research Project 2 (Part-Time)
- Instructional Technology elective options (choose 1): Design and Innovation in Sustainable Teaching and Learning; Digital and Expanding Literacies; Trends and Futures in Digital Learning; Global Issues in Educational Technology
- Educational Management elective options (choose 1): Policy and Educational Planning; Human Resource Management in Education; Strategic Leadership in Education; Global Issues and Sustainable Education
- Early Childhood Education elective options (choose 1): Theories and Practices in Early Childhood Education; Child Growth and Development; Inclusive Teaching & Learning; Global Issues in Early Childhood Education
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Compulsory and full-time research projects | Learning & Cognition | 4 | 24 |
| Measurement, Assessment, and Evaluation | 4 | |||
| AI in Education | 4 | |||
| Educational Research Methodology | 4 | |||
| Research Project 1 (Full-Time) | 4 | |||
| Research Project 2 (Full-Time) | 4 | |||
| Year 2 | Part-time research projects and elective specialisation | Research Project 1 | 4 | 12 |
| Research Project 2 | 4 | |||
| Elective specialisation (choose 1 subject) | 4 | |||
| Total | Compulsory modules, research projects, and one elective specialisation subject | |||
Career outcomes
- Build advanced education-focused expertise you can apply as a curriculum developer, education technology specialist, or instructional coordinator.
- Develop skills for education leadership roles through your Educational Management pathway and project-based assessment approach.
- Gain AI-enabled teaching and learning capability through modules including AI in Education, helping you stand out for modern learning and digital transformation initiatives.
- Strengthen research and evidence-based practice with Educational Research Methodology plus Research Project 1 and Research Project 2.
- Choose a specialisation that aligns with your career direction, whether you aim to support digital learning, lead institutions, or advance early childhood programmes.
- Graduate with a qualification awarded from Sunway University and Lancaster University, supporting your future career progression beyond Malaysia.
Employability rate
Sunway’s Master of Education graduates typically maintain a strong employability outlook, with an estimated employability rate of around 82% and an unemployment rate of about 18%, reflecting steady demand for education and education-technology leadership skills.
Together, these figures indicate a relatively stable career pathway for education professionals who can apply research-informed practice and modern learning strategies.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) for international entry | Applicants must hold a recognised Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) or its equivalent, as accepted by the HEP’s Senate, for admission to the Master of Education. |
| Minimum academic performance and acceptance route (international applicants) | For international applicants, the prospectus states entry may be granted with a minimum CGPA (as accepted by the HEP’s Senate), or via alternative paths such as where CGPA is below the stated minimum but the applicant meets stated conditions, or through other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government, including APEL.A (Recognition of Prior Learning). |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Education & Training | Direct match | Plain text if published on official page |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet Sunway University’s English Competency Requirement for postgraduate studies for entry into the Master of Education.
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 | MYR 36000 / total program | Fees are set at RM900 per credit point; full programme consists of 40 credit points, costing a total of RM36,000 (online Master of Education fee schedule). |
| Enrolment Fee | MYR 700 / one time | Non-refundable programme Enrolment Fee of RM700 payable during application. |
| Prerequisite subject fee | MYR 1500 / one time | Prerequisite subject fee (if applicable): RM1,500. |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants may be asked to demonstrate they can cover tuition and living expenses for the period of study when applying for a student pass. Prepare documents that show sufficient funds in line with Malaysia student pass guidance and any requirements shared by the university during your application.
- Evidence of sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses, as required for international student pass processing in Malaysia
- Any supporting financial documents requested by Sunway University during your application review
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - 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 | January - 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 | January - 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
Submit the international application online
Complete and submit Sunway University’s International Student Application Form during the published application window. Attach all required supporting documents in the requested format to avoid delays. Where required, include your English language evidence and certified true copies of academic qualifications.
Complete eligibility checks (if requested by the programme)
For this Master of Education programme, you may be asked to complete an eligibility check process. Use the programme’s eligibility check page and provide the listed documents such as your bachelor’s degree transcript and completion certificate. If IELTS is applicable, include your IELTS result (as indicated on the eligibility check page).
Meet document and language requirements before final review
Ensure your certified academic documents and transcripts are complete before admissions review. Submit your English language proof that meets the postgraduate minimum score stated by Sunway University for international students. If anything is missing, respond within the timeline requested by the university to keep your application moving.