Overview

Key Features

Students can choose up to two of five optional concentrations if they would like to study a specific topic in depth. Please note this program does not lead to the Ontario Certified Teachers designation, which is required to teach in public schools in Ontario.

The Master of Education (MEd) program at Brock University is designed for individuals from a variety of backgrounds and occupations who have an interest in advancing their knowledge of education. We offer full and part-time study options with a Course-based Pathway (CBP) and two Research pathways: Major Research Paper (MRP) or Thesis. Full-time students in the thesis pathway are eligible for funding.

For students in the CBP or Research Pathways, the option to complete up to two concentrations in areas of interest is available. Options include:

Administration, Leadership and Policy,
Adult and Postsecondary Education
Curriculum and Pedagogy
Educational Psychology: Teaching, Learning and Wellness

Social Justice, Power and Politics in Education

Career outcomes

Ph.D. and Ed.D. programs
School and school board leadership positions
Educational consultancy
Skills training or education positions in non-profit, and public sector organizations such as health care facilities
Teaching positions in education and related fields at the college level
Positions as trainers in organizations’ HR departments
Administrative leadership positions in education organizations such as colleges and universities
Positions in government agencies, and the Ministries of Education, and Training, Colleges,

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Issues in Local Government

Citizen Politics

Federalism in Canada

Global Migration: Canada in a Comparative Context

Canadian Politics in the Digital Age

The Canadian Judicial Process
Indigenous-Settler Relations in Canada and Beyond

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-04-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-30 00:00:00
Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

102

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St. Catharines, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

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102

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered for admission to a Master’s program, a student will normally hold a four-year degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited university with a minimum 75% (mid-B) average over the last two years of full-time undergraduate study.
Course Pathway Applicants
Two references (academic preferred, but professional accepted)
A resume detailing educational background and professional experience
A 500-800 word Letter of Intent that describes the applicant’s educational, professional and/or leadership experiences, community involvement (if relevant), reasons for applying to the program (including professional and/or academic goals), and study interests
Research Pathway Applicants (MRP and Thesis)
Two reference reports (academic references preferred, but professional references accepted)
A resume detailing educational background and professional experience
A 500-800 word Letter of Intent

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

13450 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6725 CAD per semester during 24 months.
National

5450 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2725 CAD per semester during 24 months.

Full-Time:
2,725.41
6,725.34
Part-Time:
National:1,362.70
International: 3,362.67

Living costs for St. Catharines

1015 - 1615 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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