Overview

Future proof your career in education with advanced research skills, specialist knowledge and transferable skills in communication, thought leadership and critical analysis.

Why study the Master of Education (Research) with UNE?

Take advantage of the strong research culture of UNE and produce independent research of the highest calibre with the Master of Education (Research) at University of New England.

Our world-class academic staff have diverse research interests in a wide range of education disciplines including eLearning, ePedagogy and Innovation, Equity and Diversity, Languages and Literacies, Learning and Assessment, and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

This degree equips you with the advanced knowledge and skills to make an impactful contribution to the education profession in an academic environment that is renowned for its support, flexibility and research excellence.

Career outcomes

This degree will advance your career and options to undertake further study in a variety of ways. For example:

a pathway which may lead directly to a Doctoral program
professional enrichment as an educator and education decision-maker
moving into a leadership position in education.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Program A: On the approval of the HDR Coordinator, a candidate must complete a thesis to the value of 72 credit points (EDUC599D).
Program B: On the approval of the HDR Coordinator, a candidate must complete units to the value of at least 72 credit points:
course work to the value of 24 credit points: EDRM501, EDRM502 and 12 credit points of listed units in the Master of Education at 500 level, plus:
thesis or portfolio to the value of 48 credit points (EDUC599C:48); and
In special circumstances and with the approval of the supervisor and HDR Coordinator, a candidate may substitute another unit for a prescribed unit, where it has been deemed that the candidate has completed an equivalent unit in a previous award; and
The examination grade of each course work unit shall be recorded on the candidate's official transcript.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-23 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-10-20 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-24 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

91

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

72 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Armidale, Australia

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

TOEFL^® IBT

91

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code 008627M

You have completed one of the following qualifications with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0:

Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in Education.
Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline. You must also have had adequate relevant preparation since graduation.*

Master of Education (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent).
Previous qualifications documentation.

Evidence of supervision.
Research proposal.
Referee reports.
Proof of identity and citizenship.
Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29616 AUD / year

≈ 29616 AUD / year

Additional Details

Commonwealth Supported Place

Living costs

Armidale

Australia

1500 - 2100 AUD / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Why study the Master of Education (Research) with UNE?

Career outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Armidale

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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