Professional Degree (MEd)
Master of Education
Are you an educator seeking to deepen your practice and grow as a curriculum leader? Do you want to strengthen your ability to respond thoughtfully to the evolving needs of learners and educational communities? The Master of Education (MEd) provides a supportive and practice-focused pathway to advance your professional learning.
This two-year professional degree brings educators together in a cohort model, creating a collaborative learning community that supports reflection, inquiry, and professional growth. Through structured coursework and a culminating professional project, you will engage deeply with your chosen area of focus while connecting theory to your own educational contexts.
Designed with working professionals in mind, most programs offer flexible delivery formats that allow you to continue working while completing your degree. Graduates leave with strengthened expertise, expanded professional networks, and the confidence to contribute meaningfully to curriculum, teaching, and educational leadership in their settings.
Program Highlights
- Structured coursework within a defined area of focus
- Cohort-based learning alongside practicing educators
- Community- and practice-focused approach to professional learning
- Culminating professional project grounded in your educational context
- Teaching assistant opportunities
- Multiple cohorts launched annually across different areas of focus
- Open to domestic and international students
Academic calendar Admission requirements Contact advising How to apply
Areas of Focus
You will pursue your work within one of the department's academic areas of focus.
Current MEd Cohort → Curriculum Leadership → Apply by March 10
Competency-based curriculum, assessment, and practice-based inquiry (Curriculum Studies outside BC)
Studio-intensive program emphasizing personal studio development and creative inquiry. Portfolio required.
Contemporary theories, research, and practice in early childhood education
Language, literacy, and communication across diverse educational contexts
Integrating digital technologies to enhance teaching and learning environments
Subject-specific pedagogy and curriculum in math and science education
Program Structure
Delivery
- Hybrid delivery – a blend of online and in-person learning
- Teacher-friendly schedule – full-time or part-time options
2-Year Model
Summer 2 courses | Fall 1 course | Winter 1 course
Summer 2 courses | Fall 1 course + Project Development | Winter Project Completion
Required Courses
You will complete 7 core courses based on your area of focus and complete a professional project. View the graduate calendar for specific course details.
Professional Project
- Literature Review
- Project Development
- Presentation
Funding Your Degree
Program costs & funding
Use the UVic tuition calculator to calculate a custom estimate of your program fees.Funding & financial support
Graduate students have access to a variety of funding sources, including:
If you have questions or concerns, the Scholarships Office in the Faculty of Graduate Studies is your go-to resource for advice and guidance about awards, application procedures, and due dates.
Many students also receive support through provincial or federal student loans and the UVic Tuition Bursary Fund for those in financial difficulty.
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Review admission criteria, required documents, key dates, and submit your application through the .
Please note - the MEd program does not lead to K-12 teacher certification in Canada. Teacher certificaiton is granted by provincial governments.
To propose a cohort or join the interest list, contact the Graduate Secretary.
What should I take?
Have questions about research interests or program selection?
Contact the Graduate Advisor.
What do I need to know?
Have questions about the application process, requirements, or program regulations?
Review the C&I Handbook.
Not sure where to start?
Have questions about applications, timelines, or program processes?
Contact the Graduate Secretary