Overview
At Learning Sciences programme in University Malaysia Sarawak learning Sciences is the study of how people learn. Findings from Learning Sciences are often used to guide in designing instructional practices and learning environments that enable effective learning. Learning Sciences as a field of study focuses on promoting instructional practices grounded on the scientific understanding of how humans learn.
Research in Learning Sciences centres on understanding the complexities of human learning and thinking, and it explores how knowledge acquisition takes place in a variety of formal and informal real life settings. The Learning Sciences programme in University Malaysia Sarawak looks into how learning can be improved and enhanced, by considering the potentials of emerging technologies to scaffold for meaningful learning. It looks into issues, problems or challenges that learners of all ages face, through the lenses of cognitive science, socio-cultural studies, and educational psychology.
Who should apply
The programme aims at providing opportunities to various group of potential candidates such as:
- Teachers, Facilitators and Trainers
- Education Officers and Administrators
- College and Higher Institution Instructors
- Professionals who are interested in facilitating learning via Technology Advancements
- Fresh Graduates from a wide range of academic backgrounds who are keen to pursue a career in Education and Training
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Cognitive Science Foundations of Learning Sciences
- Psychology of Learning for Instruction
- Social and Cultural Dimensions In Learning and Instruction
- Scientific Inquiry
- Seminar in Learning Sciences
- Research Paper
- Design of Learning Environments
- Development of Technology-Based Learning Enviroments
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Campus Location
- Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Disciplines
Education Educational Research Adult Education View 14 other Masters in Educational Research in MalaysiaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
CGPA of 2.50
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
For admission into the programme, a candidate must meet the following criteria:
- A Bachelor's degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or any equivalent, from a university recognized by the Senate.
- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a CGPA less than 2.50, may be qualified subject to a minimum of 5 years working experiences in the relevant field. OR
- Candidates must pass the interview or equivalent assessment conducted by the Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development.
- For international student, an IELTS score of 5.0 is required, in addition to the entry requirement stated above.
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents12036 MYR / year≈ 12036 MYR / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents8386 MYR / year≈ 8386 MYR / year
Living costs
Kota Kinabalu
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Funding
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