Overview
Why study this program?
The Studies in Educational Leadership (SEL) specialization provides advanced study for Canadian and International candidates in preparation for a broad range of administrative, supervisory, and leadership positions in public and non-government sectors, and in K-12 and post-secondary education institutions in Canada and worldwide.
In addition to the program core courses (6 units), students must complete specialization core courses and optional courses for a total of 33 units for course-based programs, or 24 units for thesis-based programs.
Specialization electives (Course-based programs require 9 units; Thesis-based programs require 6 units):
*These courses are to be chosen in consultation with the student’s supervisor/advisor or the Graduate Coordinator.
- EDPS 501 - Courses proposed and taught by EDAL faculty (only applicable to 501s offered from Fall 2020 onward)
- EDPS 501 - First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Education for School Leaders
- EDPS 501 - Parent/Caregiver Participation in Schooling
- EDPS 501 - School Leadership and Supporting Diverse Learners
- EDPS 509 - Research Data Collection and Analysis
- EDPS 513 - Educational Policy and Reform
- EDPS 531 - Supporting Educator Professional Growth
- EDPS 541 - Change and Innovation in Education
- EDPS 547 - Education Leadership for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Decolonization
- EDPS 548 - Global Governance and Issues in Educational Administration and Leadership
- EDPS 553 - Legal Aspects of Educational Administration
- EDPS 595 - The School Principalship: Seminars and Simulations
Course-based Programs:
In addition to the program core courses (6 units), specialization core courses (6 units) and specialization electives (9 units), students in the course-based program are required to complete the following:
Coursework (12 units)
- Minimum of four 3-unit 500-level and above courses taken from across the faculty, chosen in consultation with the supervisor or program advisor.
- Students may undertake a supervised individual study course if permitted by their specialization program and only with prior approval by their advisor/supervisor and the Graduate Coordinator. Students must have already completed at least one course (3 units) in their program in order to receive permission. Permission will not be granted if the proposed content is available through regular course offerings.
Thesis-based Program:
In addition to the program core courses (6 units), specialization core courses (6 units) and specialization electives (6 units), students in the thesis-based program are required to complete the following:
Laddering into the course-based MEd with specialization in Studies in Educational Leadership
Students who complete the Graduate Certificate in School Leadership or equivalent in good standing may be able to use the courses from the certificate to receive up to 12 units in advanced standing in this program. Completion of the certificate does not guarantee admission to a master’s degree program. The certificate may be used for both the basis of admission and laddered into the course-based master degree. Details on laddering can be found in the Calendar under Regulations of the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies.
Ethics Requirement
Students in both the course-based and thesis-based Master of Education with a specialization in Studies in Educational Leadership must meet the GPS Ethics and Academic Citizenship Training Requirement through the completion of INT D 710 (for both master’s and doctoral students) by the end of the first term of registration in their degree program.
Professional Development Requirement
Students in both the course-based and thesis-based Master of Education with a specialization in Studies in Educational Leadership fulfill the GPS Professional Development Requirement through their program
Courses
Graduate courses in Education can be found in Course Listings, under the following subject headings:
Education (EDU)
Education - Elementary (EDEL)
Education - Elementary and Secondary (EDES)
Education - Policy Studies (EDPS)
Education - Secondary (EDSE)
Education - Career Technology Studies (EDCT)
Education - Instructional Technology (EDIT)
Education - Psychology (EDPY)
Health Sciences Education (EDHS)
Library and Information Studies (LIS)
Educational Policy Studies:
The Faculty offers graduate teaching assistantships and research assistantships to some students based upon application and academic merit.
The University also offers support in the form of scholarships and awards to some students based upon application and/or nomination.
Educational Psychology:
In addition to scholarships awarded by outside granting agencies such as the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research and by the University such as the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies Scholarships, the Faculty offers financial support to some students in the form of graduate research assistantships and graduate teaching assistantships. Assistantship applications are available to students admitted to the Faculty.
Elementary Education:
A limited number of graduate assistantships are available.
Library and Information Studies:
Inquiries regarding program and course details, and financial assistance should be made to the School of Library and Information Studies. Details about University awards are found at www.gradstudies.ualberta.ca.
Secondary Education:
A number of graduate assistantships are available to qualified candidates for the EdD or PhD in Secondary Education for services rendered in the Faculty’s research and teaching programs. These assistantships do not provide full support.
There are a number of financial supports available to students through fellowships, scholarships, and awards through the Faculty of Education, the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (GPS), and the Graduate Students Association.
The Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research administers over $29 million each year in scholarships, awards, and financial support for graduate students, as well as financial and loan advising. Additional scholarships are also available for specific faculties and programs.
Please refer to the detailed program information or email essgrad2@ualberta.ca.
General inquiriesPlease check out some of our most frequently asked questions (FAQS) to see if your question has been answered, or contact the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) during our office hours.
Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research (FGSR)
Killam Centre for Advanced Studies
2-29 Triffo Hall
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6G 2E1