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English as a Foreign Language) score of five hundred and fifty (550) if the first degree was
obtained from a university where English was not the medium of instruction;
or

Passed an English Language course as required by the university before registration

3. Duration of Studies

The minimum duration of studies for the Master of Education (Philosophy of Education) by Research is
for two(2) normal semesters.

4. Programme Goals

To produce educators who are dynamic and reflective, and are able to monitor and improve their
practice as well as apply their practical knowledge, educational theories and research to solve
problems relevant to the field of education.

5. Programme Outcomes

At the end of the programme, candidates are able to:

PO1 Master knowledge in the field of Philosophy of Education;

PO2 Practise the field of Philosophy of Education through teaching, assessment and
research using Information and Communication Technology;
PO3 Display awareness of contemporary issues in the field of Philosophy of Education;
PO4 Apply ethics and best practises professionally in the field of Philosophy of Education;

PO5 Exhibit leadership values and cooperate with various parties in order to implement
activities in the field of Philosophy of Education;
PO6 Analyse critically theories, policies and contemporary trends in the field of Philosophy
of Education;
PO7 Involve themselves in lifelong learning and manage information related to Philosophy of
Education; and

PO8 Generate innovative ideas about teaching and learning that contribute to management
and entrepreneurship in the filed of Philosophy of Education.

6. Programme Structure

This programme is carried out entirely by research leading to the production of a dissertation. However
candidates are required to take the course in introduction to Research in Education (PXGZ 6101).

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