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Duration

2 years

Tuition

$10,760

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Sep 8-Sep 8

Plus 1 other start dates

Jan 4 - Jan 4 2029

Commitment

Part-Time

Delivery

Classroom

Credential

Degree

Year Founded

1785

Scholarships

yes

The University of New Brunswick’s Master of Education program is the province’s largest, offering six areas of concentration that students can choose from during their studies. Learners can choose from Adult Education, Counselling, Critical Studies, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Administration and Leadership, and Exceptional Learners, with all but Counselling being offered primarily online. Students are provided with a flexible learning structure thanks to the distanced learning options, and the majority of students are studying part-time as well.

Learners considering the Counselling option will be expected to attend classes at the Fredericton campus.

During students’ two years at UNB, they will have three program options for delivery, with a course option, project with report option, and thesis option available depending on their strengths and preferences.

Admission Requirements

  • Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
  • At least one year of teaching experience.
  • Background in specialized area of study.

What You’ll Learn

  • History of adult education in Canada.
  • Critical race theories and how they relate to unequal power in society.
  • How to develop curriculum for a variety of education settings.

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Student Reviews (10)

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University of New Brunswick (UNB)

Exploring educational leadership

Melia Costello

August 17, 2026

Graduated From

Master of Education

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

5 stars

What I enjoyed most about UNB's Master of Education was exploring educational leadership from a broader perspective. I learned about different leadership theories, organizational change, supervision, and the challenges involved in creating a positive l...

What I enjoyed most about UNB's Master of Education was exploring educational leadership from a broader perspective. I learned about different leadership theories, organizational change, supervision, and the challenges involved in creating a positive learning culture. We also discussed how leaders can respond to culturally diverse school communities and support teachers through periods of change. The program helped me develop a much more thoughtful approach to leadership and prepared me to take on greater responsibility in education.

University of New Brunswick (UNB)

Practical challenges educators face.

Elisia Gonzolez

August 17, 2026

Graduated From

Master of Education

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

5 stars

My MEd experience at the University of New Brunswick really changed the way I think about curriculum and teaching. I learned how to assess learner needs, develop clear instructional goals, select appropriate materials, and adapt curriculum to different...

My MEd experience at the University of New Brunswick really changed the way I think about curriculum and teaching. I learned how to assess learner needs, develop clear instructional goals, select appropriate materials, and adapt curriculum to different classroom contexts. The research courses were also valuable because I became much more confident evaluating educational research and using evidence to support my teaching decisions. I appreciated that so much of the coursework connected theory directly to practical challenges educators face.