Master of Education (Online)
Sunway College Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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Sunway University’s Master of Education (Online) is a postgraduate degree designed to help educators and education professionals strengthen teaching and learning expertise and leadership skills for the digital age.
You complete 7 core subjects, 1 elective subject, and 2 research projects, studying one subject at a time in 7-week blocks within a flexible 2-year online study model.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Complete core subjects including Philosophy and Sociology of Education
- Advance through core subjects such as Learning and Cognition
- Build research capability with Research Methodology
- Develop skills in Measurement, Assessment, and Evaluation
- Study core topics such as Trends and Futures in Digital Learning
- Complete Digital and Expanding Literacies
- Complete Design and Innovation in Sustainable Teaching and Learning
- Choose and complete 1 elective subject (Global Issues and Sustainable Education, People and Organisation, or Foresight Leadership and Management)
- Complete Research Projects 1 & 2
- Apply learning to build an education-focused research project aligned with your professional interests
- Integrate pedagogy, assessment and digital learning concepts into your research work
Curriculum
Credit hours based on Sunway University Online M.Ed. (taught) structure with 7 core subjects, 1 elective subject, and 2 research projects (10 subjects total).
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Core subjects and research project 1 | Philosophy and Sociology of Education | 4 | 24 |
| Learning and Cognition | 4 | |||
| Research Methodology | 4 | |||
| Measurement, Assessment, and Evaluation | 4 | |||
| Research Project I | 8 | |||
| Semester 2 | Remaining core subjects, elective, and research project 2 | Trends and Futures in Digital Learning | 4 | 24 |
| Digital and Expanding Literacies | 4 | |||
| Design and Innovation in Sustainable Teaching and Learning | 4 | |||
| Elective (choose 1): Global Issues and Sustainable Education | 4 | |||
| Research Project II | 8 | |||
| Semester 3 | Elective (if applicable under the study schedule) and completion research credit allocation | Elective (alternate options): People and Organisation | 0 | 0 |
| Elective (alternate options): Foresight Leadership and Management | 0 | |||
| Total | 7 core subjects, 1 elective subject, and Research Projects I and II | 40 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You build advanced expertise in pedagogy, educational leadership, EdTech, and digital learning—skills directly relevant to roles that shape modern learning experiences.
- Your programme structure (core subjects plus an elective plus Research Projects 1 & 2) helps you strengthen both classroom/learning practice and research-informed decision-making for leadership paths.
- You develop capability to lead educational improvement in areas like assessment, evaluation, and digital learning futures—preparing you for specialist and education consultancy-type roles.
- The online, part-time format is designed for working professionals, so you can upskill while continuing your career—helping you transition into higher-responsibility education roles.
- You can pursue career progression into roles such as School Principal, Specialist Teacher, Learning Designer, Educational Technology Specialist, Education Consultant, and Educational Administrator.
Employability rate
For graduates of Education-related master’s programmes in Malaysia, employability is driven by continuing demand for qualified educators, school leadership, learning design, and education technology specialists, with an estimated employability rate of 80% and an estimated unemployment rate of 20%.
Together, these figures indicate a generally stable outlook for education career progression where your experience plus the advanced education skill set can support hiring.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Higher secondary / A-Level | |
| Bachelor's degree | International applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR a Bachelor’s degree in Education with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 subject to internal assessment; OR completion of a prerequisite subject specified by the University for those with a Bachelor’s degree in a non-related discipline (minimum CGPA of 2.50); OR completion of a prerequisite subject plus an internal assessment for non-related disciplines (minimum CGPA of 2.00); OR an APEL.A Certification (T-7) (Recognition of Prior Learning). |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Education & Training | Direct match | The programme entry is specifically aligned to applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in Education and/or applicants who meet the University’s prerequisite pathway for non-related disciplines. |
Language requirements
For international applicants to Sunway University’s Master of Education (Online), English language requirements depend on whether your previous qualification was completed in English medium. If your academic qualifications were not attained in the English medium, you must provide evidence of English language ability.
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💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 36000 / total program | Master’s programme fees: RM36,000 |
| Enrolment fee | MYR 700 / one time | Enrolment fee: RM700 |
| Prerequisite subject fee | MYR 1500 / one time | Prerequisite subject fee (if applicable): RM1,500 |
| APEL.A T-7 fee | MYR 560 / one time | APEL.A T-7 fee (if applicable): RM560 |
Proof of financial resources
When applying for a Malaysian student pass, you may be required to show proof of sufficient funds for your studies. Prepare documents that demonstrate your ability to cover tuition and living expenses during your programme.
- Proof of sufficient funds for study in Malaysia (amounts are set by the relevant Malaysian student pass process, and you should follow the official instructions provided by the admissions office/EMGS).
- Evidence of access to funds such as bank statements or sponsor proof, if requested during the student pass application process.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | Jan - Summer intake | Jul - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | January 01, 2026 | July 01, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | January 15, 2026 | July 15, 2026 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | January 15, 2026 | July 15, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | Jan - Summer intake | Jul - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | Jan - Summer intake | Jul - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Start with an eligibility check
Review the entry requirements for the Master of Education (Online) and confirm your qualification level and CGPA meet the programme criteria. If you are unsure whether your background is considered education-related, request a free eligibility check by sharing your resume and academic documents as instructed by Sunway. Use this step early so there is enough time to complete prerequisite requirements or internal assessment pathways if needed.
Prepare your application documents
Gather your passport, bachelor’s degree transcripts, and bachelor’s degree completion certificate/documentation. Prepare your updated CV/resume and include additional documents listed for the eligibility-check stage (such as diploma transcripts/completion if applicable). If your qualification was not completed in English medium, arrange your IELTS result (or the university’s accepted alternative requirement where applicable).
Submit your application online during the intake window
Submit your application through the university’s online application process for the relevant intake. Complete all required form fields and upload your documents in the requested format. Ensure you submit before the published deadline so that your application can be reviewed in time for processing steps that follow.
Receive the Letter of Acceptance and proceed for the student pass
After you submit the complete documents and any required fees, Sunway College Johor Bahru issues a Letter of Acceptance if you meet the academic entry requirements for the programme applied for. Sunway College Johor Bahru submits your application and documents to Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) for approval and processing of the Student Pass. Monitor your communications closely because student pass processing requires responses to follow-up requests during the review period.