Areas of study

The Department of Curriculum & Instruction offers graduate programs in the following areas:

  • Art Education
  • Curriculum Leadership
  • Drama Education
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Educational Technology
  • Language & Literacy
  • Math & Science Education
  • Music Education
  • Social, Cultural & Foundational Studies

 

Master of Education (MEd)

The Master of Education (MEd) is a professional degree for educators seeking to deepen their learning in curriculum leadership.

MEd programs:

  • Respond to participant and community needs
  • Focus on a specific location and area of study
  • Use a cohort-based model, where students start and move through the program together

Each cohort includes:

  • Coursework that builds foundational knowledge in the cohort’s focus area
  • A professional project written for a professional audience, which includes:
    • Literature review
    • Project development
    • Presentation

Cohort availability and timing:

  • Cohorts are announced each August
  • Programs begin the following summer term
  • The department runs 1-2 MEd cohorts per year in total
  • Cohorts run on 2–3-year cycles, based on interest and capacity
  • Availability changes each year, and the cohort focus area is not guaranteed

If you are interested in proposing a new cohort, either on campus or in a community location, please contact our Graduate Secretary for further information.

 

Master of Arts (MA) or Doctoral of Philosophy (PhD) in Educational Studies

The Master of Arts (MA) and Doctoral in Philosophy (PhD) in Educational Studies are research-focused degrees for students interested in studying education in depth and developing strong research skills.

MA & PhD programs:

  • Focus on educational research
  • Build foundational knowledge to support research in a specific area
  • Are available full-time or part-time
  • Are offered every year

Supervisory capacity is limited; prospective students should contact the Graduate Advisor or Graduate Secretary to inquire about potential supervisor availability. Students are also encouraged to review faculty webpages to learn about research interests and areas of expertise.