Master of Education
Intake
Program components
Coursework
Thesis, Project, or Capstone
Internship or Practicum (some majors)
Description
For over 30 years, graduates of the Master of Education program have enhanced their professional practices, made advancements in their careers and shaped their communities.
Our MEd (Contemporary Issues in Education) and MEd (Educational Leadership) programs are designed to facilitate the study of critical challenges facing education and to shape how people teach, learn and lead in schools. Education is central to every aspect of humanity, from the intellectual to the aesthetic, the physical to creating a sense of meaningful community with one another. In the Faculty of Education, we go one step beyond that truth. Much of what we do is guided by the belief that studying and improving how we educate children is central not just to the well being of children but to the future of our culture.
The MEd (Counselling Psychology) program is designed around rigorous adherence to standards, and current ethical professional practice. The emphasis of the program is on the provision of counsellor training for those people who aspire to be a Canadian Certified Counsellor or Registered Psychologist. A background in teaching is not required for admission to the Counselling Psychology major.
Note: The MEd program does not lead to a recommendation from the University for Teacher Certification. Individuals seeking Teacher Certification in the province of Alberta should refer to the Bachelor of Education program.
In case of discrepancies between this page and the Graduate Studies Calendar and Course Catalogue, the Graduate Studies Calendar and Course Catalogue shall prevail.
Admission information
Applicants will meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for admission:
MEd (Contemporary Issues in Education)
- Hold a baccalaureate degree (i.e. undergraduate degree) from a recognized degree-granting institution, in the discipline of interest or in a closely cognate discipline.
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in the terms containing the last 20 graded university courses (60.0 credit hours).
- Approximately two years of teaching experience or other relevant educational experience.
- Candidates preparing themselves for a career that involves teacher certification must hold Teacher Certification at the time of admission.
- Hold a baccalaureate degree (i.e. undergraduate degree) from a recognized degree-granting institution, in the discipline of interest or in a closely cognate discipline.
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in the terms containing the last 20 graded university courses (60.0 credit hours).
- Approximately two years of teaching experience or other relevant educational experience.
- Preference is given to applicants who have leadership experience and/or demonstrated leadership potential.
- Candidates preparing themselves for a career that involves teacher certification must hold Teacher Certification at the time of admission.
- Hold a baccalaureate degree (i.e. undergraduate degree) from a recognized degree-granting institution, in the discipline of interest or in a closely cognate discipline. NOTE: A background in teaching is not required for the Counselling Psychology major.
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in the terms containing the last 20 graded university courses (60.0 credit hours).
- Approximately two years of successful teaching experience and/or counselling experience. Volunteer experience in counselling is also desirable.
- Breadth of undergraduate courses in counselling, educational psychology or psychology. Particular emphasis is paid to courses in human development, personality, psychology of learning, and counselling skills.
All applicants must meet the English Language Proficiency for Graduate Students.
See here for information regarding international graduate-level admission requirements.
Step 1: Prepare Supporting Documents
Before you begin an application, review the requirements below for your supporting documents. If additional documentation is required, the Office of Graduate Studies and Research in Education will contact you.
Step 2: Submit Online Application by Deadline
Submit your complete application by midnight (MST/MDT) on the deadline date.
Step 3: Arrange for Official Documents
Official documents (e.g., transcripts, ELP test scores) are required prior to course registration.
Note: Applicants who have attended or are currently attending an institution participating in ApplyAlberta do not need to arrange for official transcripts to be sent to uLethbridge from the issuing institution. A list of participating institutions is available at www.applyalberta.ca.
Step 4: Admission Interview
The selection committee reviews applications. For some MEd majors, the selection committee may utilize an admission interview. In these cases, applicants selected for consideration will be invited to a scheduled admission interview. To accommodate applicants from a greater distance these interviews may be conducted online.
Step 5: Admission Decision
The selection committee makes a recommendation on admission to the program committee. You will be notified of your official admission status by the Registrar's Office no later than 10 weeks after the appropriate application deadline.
For more details please see the Graduate Studies Calendar and Course Catalogue.
Supporting documents
Unofficial Transcripts
You will need to upload and submit your unofficial transcripts, including proof of graduation for your completed degree(s) and transcripts of all post-baccalaureate work, if any, via the online application system.
Official Transcripts
You will also need to arrange for your official transcripts to be sent to the Registrar’s Office. Your official transcripts are required to be received prior to course registration.
Applicants who have attended or are currently attending institutions NOT participating in ApplyAlberta must arrange to have official transcripts sent directly from the issuing institution to the Admissions Office. A list of participating institutions is available at applyalberta.ca.
Official transcripts must be mailed directly from the issuing institution in a sealed envelope to:
Registrar’s Office
University of Lethbridge
4401 University Drive West
Lethbridge, AB T1K 3M4
Canada
Your transcripts are required to display your up-to-date coursework, including grades/marks received for completed coursework.
Applicants to the Master of Education program are required to submit three (3) academic or professional references. A minimum of two references must be professional (someone with whom you have worked professionally, preferably who have served in a supervisory capacity).
Please see the Application FAQ for detailed information regarding submitting Letters of Reference.
Your CV is a comprehensive document with a formal structure and academic focus. It should include your background, work experience, awards, scholarships, publications, and other achievements. If you are a current or former University of Lethbridge student, contact Career and Employment Services for additional information on the content and structure of a CV.
Your Letter of Intent for the Master of Education program must contain:
- Nature of interest in the program and the intended career outcome upon completion.
You should address your letter to the Graduate Programs in Education Committee.
Things to Note:
Be concise and include only important information – reviewers have many graduate applications to review; your Letter of Intent should generally be no more than one page in length unless otherwise stated.
English is the primary language of instruction and communication at the University of Lethbridge. Prior to registration, all applicants to the School of Graduate Studies must demonstrate English Language Proficiency (ELP) sufficient to meet the demands of classroom instruction, written assignments, research, and participation in tutorials and discussions, regardless of their citizenship or country of origin. Please see the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for graduate students for detailed information.