Master of Education (Educational Psychology)

Program Requirements

For the thesis-based MEd, students must complete a minimum of 15-36 units in graduate-level courses in addition to a thesis. All candidates are required to demonstrate competence in research methods, and skills specific to their area of specialization. The required competence is usually demonstrated by completion of EDPY 501  and courses specific to each specialization area. For the course-based MEd, students must complete a minimum of 21-36 units in graduate-level courses in addition to a capping exercise or project.

The course-based MEd in School Counselling requires the successful completion of 36 units in graduate-level courses. Students accepted into the program will be practising teachers, and the program is designed to be taken on a part-time basis. Applicants are accepted into this program in alternate, odd years. Interested students should contact the Faculty of Education (edpygrad@ualberta.ca).

More details concerning required coursework within each area may be found within the Faculty’s website. Each student, in consultation with the Faculty advisor assigned at the time of admission, will develop a program of study to suit the student’s specific background and area of interest.

Professional Development Requirement

Students in the Master of Education in Educational Psychology automatically fulfill the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research Professional Development requirement through their program.

Length of Program

Students have a maximum four years to complete a thesis-based MEd. The course-based MEd must be completed in a maximum of six years. Students who are admitted to a thesis-based MEd degree program and who initially register as full-time students in these programs must register full-time for the remainder of their program.