Research Course

Master of Education (Research)

Explore critical issues in educational practice, policy and research through completion of a research dissertation.

What type of student are you?

Murdoch code
M1233
Study mode
Full Time or Part Time
Duration
1.5
Selection rank
CRICOS code
079341D
First year fee (international)
$32,230
Full course fee (international)
$48,345
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The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.

Overview

This three-semester research degree will provide you with the skills required to be a successful leader in the education sector, capable of addressing critical issues in educational practice, policy and research.

This course is designed for teachers, educational leaders, administrators, and other education professionals seeking to extend and deepen their expertise, undergo professional development and renewal, or proceed to a higher degree.

In this research-classified course, you will undertake a research dissertation (24 points) and coursework (12 points). This course will provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to enhance your teaching, leadership and/or administration roles within the education field. On completion of this qualification, you will be eligible to enrol in a PhD.

3 reasons to study the Master of Education by Research at Murdoch

  1. Study at the first university in Australia, and among only a few in the world, to offer the Tribes TLCTM Basic Course Certification as an accredited postgraduate unit.
  2. Get involved in free workshops and seminars to help you with writing, statistics and data analysis, ethics, how to run surveys and research as a postgraduate student.
  3. You’ll be taught by leading academics who have professional experience and internationally recognised research in education.

Develop your skills

Build essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals. Topics you’ll cover include:

  • research methodologies used in educational and social science research
  • critical analysis of a topic of educational research.

Your future career

You’ll graduate qualified for high-level professional roles in the education and community sector. Careers could include:

  • Head of Department
  • School Leader
  • Program Leader or Designer
  • Advisor to Government
  • University Lecturer/Tutor

 

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Total credit points: 36

Unit code Unit name Credit points
Course Core36 credit points
Required Units33 credit points
EDU610Introduction to Research for Educators6
EDU622Literature review and research proposal3
EDU700Research in Education (Research Dissertation)12
EDU700Research in Education (Research Dissertation)12
Specified Elective Units3 credit points
EDN633Introduction to Quantitative Data Analysis3
OR
EDN643Introduction to Qualitative Approaches to Research3
OR
EDN682Introduction to Mixed Methods Research3
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Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission as a candidate for a Master of Education (Research) an applicant must have:* a Bachelor Degree in Education (AQF level 7), or equivalent, and satisfy the Dean of Graduate Research with evidence of scholarly or professional attainments relevant to the proposed research discipline; or* a Bachelor Degree in a different discipline (AQF level 7) and have successfully completed a graduate course in Education, or equivalent, requiring at least one year of equivalent full-time study (AQF level 8), and satisfy the Dean of Graduate Research with evidence of scholarly or professional attainments relevant to the proposed research discipline; or* a Bachelor Degree in a different discipline and satisfy the Dean of Graduate Research with evidence of significant scholarly or professional attainments (of at least two years full-time duration or equivalent) in Education equivalent to AQF level 8.

English Requirements

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.

Other Requirements

Internet access is a requirement for all external students.

Advanced Standing

Not applicable to research courses.

 

This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.

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Fees and scholarships

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Whether you’re a high achiever or have experienced hardship, we offer a wide range of scholarships and awards to students from all walks of life. Explore our scholarships to find the ones you could be eligible for as a new Murdoch student as well as what's available throughout your degree.

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How much will it cost?

Instead of paying an overall course fee, you pay for the individual units you enrol in. The total course cost will vary depending on the units you choose.

Following your successful application, you’ll receive a Letter of Offer which will contain specific course and fee information.

If you are applying for an undergraduate course, you may be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place. Postgraduate programs are full fee paying, unless indicated otherwise in your Letter of Offer.

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Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have some or all of the following documentation ready for a quick application.

  • Completed official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion

Your Document Checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all of the following documentation ready for a quick application.

  • Complete or incomplete official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion – both original and English translated versions
  • English Language Proficiency Document (if available)
  • A recent Curriculum Vitae
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All fees are indicative and are provided as a guide only. The actual fees will depend on the individual units you enrol in. You should refer to your Letter of Offer for specific course and fee related information.

The first-year indicative fee is based on a typical full-time enrolment at Murdoch University of 24 credit points.

For domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, the indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported fee.

Indicative fees for international students are based on applicable full fee paying rates.

The estimated, indicative fee covers tuition fees only, and certain additional fees and charges may apply, depending on the course and units you choose. It also does not take into account any scholarships or bursaries for which you may be eligible.

The estimated, indicative fee assumes no fee increases or indexation. Over time, fee increases or indexation may occur and will affect the estimate. If you are a full fee paying student, this may occur at the start of your second and each subsequent year of study. In the case of Commonwealth Supported students, this will occur for each new calendar year in line with Government policy.

All fee estimates are provided in Australian dollars.