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Duration

2 years

Tuition

$15,290

 

Jul 5-Jul 5

Commitment

Part-Time

Delivery

Online

Credential

Degree

Year Founded

1908

Scholarships

no

The University of Alberta’s Master of Education in Educational Studies program allows professionals at all levels of their career to become more informed and empowered. This two-year, part time program lets learns explore the challenges and the chances associated with being an educational leader.

Students will develop their research skills alongside highly qualified instructors, while they focus on and integrate areas of special interest into their work. Students come from a variety of professional backgrounds, with K-12 teachers, higher ed instructors, administration, leadership, and many more. This plethora of roles and responsibilities supports a learning environment that values conversations and collaboration.

As this program is part-time and online, it is structured in such a way that allows learners to work as they study. The only full-time portion of the program takes place in the first three weeks of July in both years.

Admission Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree in education with at least a 3.0 GPA.
  • Two years of teaching experience.
  • English language proficiency test if applicable.

What You’ll Learn

  • Educational leadership techniques for a variety of scenarios.
  • How to plan and adapt to change in educational requirements.
  • Educational research methods.

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Student Reviews (13)

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University of Alberta

Transformative experience

Jillian A

June 16, 2026

Graduated From

Master of Education - Elementary Education

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

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Completing my Master of Education at the University of Alberta was a transformative experience. The program challenged me to think critically, conduct meaningful research, and develop innovative approaches to teaching and learning. The supportive facul...

Completing my Master of Education at the University of Alberta was a transformative experience. The program challenged me to think critically, conduct meaningful research, and develop innovative approaches to teaching and learning. The supportive faculty and engaging coursework helped me build confidence as an educational leader. Since graduating, I have taken on new professional opportunities and feel well-equipped to contribute to positive change in the field of education.

University of Alberta

Collaborative environment

Melanie Smythe

June 16, 2026

Graduated From

Master of Education - Elementary Education

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

na

As a working educator, I appreciated the flexibility and relevance of the University of Alberta's Master of Education program. The curriculum balanced theory and practice, allowing me to immediately apply what I learned in my classroom and school commu...

As a working educator, I appreciated the flexibility and relevance of the University of Alberta's Master of Education program. The curriculum balanced theory and practice, allowing me to immediately apply what I learned in my classroom and school community. The collaborative environment fostered meaningful discussions with peers from diverse backgrounds, and those connections became one of the most valuable parts of my experience.