Courses
The Master of Education in Educational Studies (MES) is a 10-course, course-based degree. Students who have completed a Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies - Mentoring and Leadership will complete the MES by taking six graduate-level courses (18 credits); four core courses and two electives:
Core Courses
Explores the findings of educational research, and works to apply the results of research to educational problems. Focuses on conceptualizing methods of educational research to specific and individual educational sites and issues.
Explores how educational research can enhance educational change toward school improvement and focuses on utilizing appropriate research methods to create a site-based research proposal for a specific site.
Two Graduate-Level Electives
Students are required to complete two, 3-credit graduate-level electives. A list of electives is offered by Professional Learning. Students wishing to take electives outside of the University of Alberta should consult with the MES Graduate Administrator to determine whether they will be approved for transfer credit.
Electives will typically be taken in Fall or Spring terms. Depending on your schedule, there is some flexibility in the timing of electives. However, they must be taken prior to EDU 900, unless the department has granted permission for an altered course of study.
