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The online Master of Arts degree in Education (MAED) is designed for educators who are interested in enhancing their professional practice through online study of advanced professional knowledge related to teaching, learning, and leadership in P-12 schools and postsecondary contexts (e.g. community colleges, universities, community centers, and the workplace). Through elective sequences of learning opportunities, the student may develop one or two concentrations that focus on selected areas such as special education, technology and learning, P-12 school and postsecondary leadership, literacy education, sport leadership and coaching, and science and mathematics education. The online MA program in Education is available only online and only under Plan B (without thesis). The online format provides optimum flexibility for students who wish to engage in inquiry and learning that will contribute to exemplary educational practice.

The program has these benefits:

- Convenience to study where you live or work without having to come to campus

- Taught only by MSU faculty

- Breadth of course selection focus in-depth on one or two areas of concentration, or pick one area for close examination and explore broadly across other areas

- Apply what you learn online in your classroom and personal life

- Earn your MA degree by successfully completing and exhibiting an online portfolio

- Academic advisement readily available

- Entirely online

Entry Requirements

Applicants must possess a U.S. bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution with a minimum 3.0 overall grade point average.

All international applicants and applicants whose first language is not English must be able to be proficient in English as a condition for regular admission to MSU. Such applicants will be required to demonstrate their proficiency by meeting certain minimum standards on any one of the following tests:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A total score of 550 with no subscores below 52 (paper version), or 80 with no subscore below 19 (22 for writing section) (Internet-based version) is required. The official report must be received by the Office of Admissions directly from Educational Testing Service.

Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) (Testing and Certification Division, The English Language Institute, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109 USA). An average score of 83 or higher with no subscores below 80 is required for the main test parts. A MELAB speaking score of at least 3 is also required. The official report must be received by the Office of Admissions directly from the University of Michigan English Language Institute.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS). A score of at least 6.5 is required. The official report must be received by the Office of Admissions directly from IELTS.

Michigan State University English Language Test (English Language Center [ELC], Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, 48824-1035, USA). An average score of 80 to 85 with no subscores below 80, or a minimum average score of 85 with no subscore below 78 is required.

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE A). Minimum overall score of 53; no subscore below 51 for reading, listening, and speaking; no writing subscore below 59.

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The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program is a research training program in a professional context which aims to develop the independent research skills of students under the supervision of academic experts. Graduates are expected to develop the necessary skills to design and conduct research projects, present and defend research findings, and undertake critical analysis on complex issues, making an original contribution to knowledge in their chosen discipline and deepening their knowledge of their professional discipline.

The PhD comprises one third coursework and two thirds research culminating in a thesis which will be examined by at least two independent assessors with expert knowledge in the research area. The coursework component includes studies in research methodology, undertaking a literature review, development of a research proposal, and the option of undertaking further advanced coursework in the discipline.

Torrens is currently offering online or on campus PhDs in two broad fields of study – Management and Commerce, and Education, and on-campus only in the broad field of study of Health.

Entry Requirements

A Masters degree either by research or by coursework with a substantial element of research work from an Australian institution or recognised equivalent qualification, or a relevant first or second class Honours degree from an Australian institution or recognised equivalent qualification

TUA may accept an applicant who does not meet these requirements if it is satisfied that the applicant’s experience in research demonstrates that they have the capacity to pursue the program successfully.

Acceptance into the TUA PhD program is contingent on the applicant’s proposed field of study and research being acceptable to the University and able to be appropriately supervised and resourced.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

IELTS 7.0 and band scores of 7.0 in writing and speaking and 6.5 in listening and reading PTE 73 in writing and speaking and 65 in listening and reading

TOEFL 94 with 27 in writing, 23 in speaking and 20 in listening and reading

CAE 67

PTE 73 in writing and speaking and 65 in listening and reading

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The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) aims to train students in research techniques and methodologies, and critical evaluation skills. Students undertake independent supervised research within the context of their discipline or practice culminating in a thesis that demonstrates a sound knowledge of their research subject, evidence of independent thought, and high level communication skills.

The MPhil comprises one third coursework and two thirds research. The coursework component includes studies in research methodology, undertaking a literature review, development of a research proposal, and the option of undertaking further advanced coursework in the discipline.

The completed MPhil is a pathway to a PhD. With the agreement of their supervisors, students may also be eligible to transfer to the Doctor of Philosophy before completion if they have met certain milestones.

Torrens is currently offering online or on campus MPhils in two broad fields of study – Management and Commerce, and Education, and on-campus only in the broad field of study of Health.

Entry Requirements

A relevant Honours degree, three or four year bachelor degree (with a credit average GPA), Graduate Diploma or Masters by Coursework (with a credit average GPA) from an Australian institution or recognised equivalent qualifications.

TUA may accept an applicant who does not meet these requirements if it is satisfied that the applicant’s experience in research demonstrates that they have the capacity to pursue the program successfully.

Acceptance into the TUA MPhil program is contingent on the applicant’s proposed field of study and research being acceptable to the University and able to be appropriately supervised and resourced.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

IELTS 7.0 and band scores of 7.0 in writing and speaking and 6.5 in listening and reading

TOEFL 94 with 27 in writing, 23 in speaking and 20 in listening and reading

CAE 67

PTE 73 in writing and speaking and 65 in listening and reading

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Earning a Master of Education (M.Ed.) with an emphasis in professional technical education prepares individuals for advanced teaching, research and administrative positions in secondary and postsecondary education, community and technical colleges, higher education, and business and industry related to professional technical education. Throughout the program, coursework and graduate-level learning emphasizes current theory, application and research to help students achieve their career goals.

This degree requires nine hours of core courses as well as 27 credit hours of required emphasis courses. The degree is offered 100% online as a nonthesis option only.

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