Expand your knowledge of contemporary education while making a substantial and original contribution to an academic field of knowledge. With a focus on the challenges and opportunities facing the education profession today, UNE’s Master of Education (Research) provides you with the opportunity to build on your expertise and develop advanced research skills with the support and guidance of our renowned School of Education. 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 UNE.

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.

What makes our course different?
When you study the Master of Education (Research) at UNE, you will have the opportunity to:

• Position yourself at the forefront of innovation and adaptation in contemporary education, with cutting-edge training in contemporary educational research, guided by UNE's vibrant research-led community who aim to achieve a high standard of excellence in learning, research and supervision.
• Build an expert understanding of your chosen academic field of knowledge, grounded in contemporary developments in education and research.
• Expand your skills as an independent researcher, working on your own findings to contribute new insights to the educational profession and academic field.
• Hone your skills in evaluating ideas and making informed judgements on complex issues in education, also expanding your understanding of the social and cultural importance of educational work.
• Complete your degree online to balance your research with work, family life and other commitments.

If you are an Australian or New Zealand student and meet the criteria for entry to the Master of Education (Research), you may be funded under the Australian Government’s Research Training Program (RTP) and may not incur tuition fees for the duration of the course. If you are an international student, you will incur tuition fees.

Internal funding is available to support research projects and UNE offers a range of scholarships for Higher Degree Research students.

Study online
Most of our students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. Uniquely, our online students are mostly over 30 and bring valuable experience with them. They form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities and who bring their life and work experience together at UNE in order to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world.

Study on campus
Many of our students choose to take advantage of the on-campus lifestyle in Armidale, in the beautiful New England region, with access to unparalleled support, accommodation and sporting facilities. These students are often starting their first degree and have left school recently. Through access to academic and career support they get a fantastic start to their careers.

* 24/7 tutor support includes: essay feedback (within 24 hours); live chat 24/7 for generic feedback on academic writing; and subject-specific help at a foundation or first-year level for subjects including mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, business, accounting, microeconomics, macroeconomics and statistics. There are also a wide range of workshops, resources and courses available in academic skills support to assist you and help you to succeed.