Overview

The Education Leadership Program at Qatar University is benchmarked to Qatar National Professional Standards for school leaders and aligned with the standards from Educational Leadership Constituent Council (ELCC).

The program provides students with theoretical and practical knowledge and skills enabling them to function as outstanding leaders who are committed to reform and continuous improvement of education as successful practitioners and scholars, capable of leading and transforming a wide variety of educating organization. 

Mission

The mission of the Masters in Education, Educational Leadership program is to prepare graduates who are outstanding teachers, scholars and leaders committed to educational excellence for all students and who are prepared to share the responsibility of educational reform by leading and transforming a wide variety of educational organizations.

Program's Objectives

Prepare graduates who meet or exceed national and international standards for leaders in education.
Encourage the habits of scholarship among faculty, candidates, and graduates so that the program reflects and contributes to a growing body of knowledge in education.
Graduate leaders who are committed to providing exemplary educational environments and opportunities to learn for every student.
Reflect a commitment to diversity, equity, and justice in education.
Honor and support professionalism and ethical practices in education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Educational Administration and Leadership
Seminar in Issues in Educational Leadership
Curriculum Design and Development
Action Research
Educational Policy in Qatar
School Finance and Resources Management
Educational Research Methodologies
Instructional Supervision

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-22 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-12 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

33 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Doha, Qatar

Disciplines

Educational Leadership

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Completed a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.80 out of 4.00 from a university or college accredited by an international accrediting association or by the Ministry of Higher Education or equivalent in that country.
Achieved a minimum score of 52 in TOEFL iBT or equivalent test taken within 2 years of the start of the intended semester of admission OR earned a previous degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a Program where English was the language of instruction.
Students with a minimum score of 45 in TOEFL iBT or equivalent test may be admitted to the program. Applicants must enrolled in an English for Special Purpose (ESP) course offered by the Foundation Program at Qatar University during their first semester in the Master’s program.
A satisfactory performance in the personal interview.
Complete online application via QU Homepage during admission period

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

36300 QAR / year

≈ 36300 QAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

36300 QAR / year

≈ 36300 QAR / year

Living costs

Doha

Qatar

4700 - 8800 QAR / 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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Scholarships Information

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