MASTER - National Institute of Education

MASTER OF 

EDUCATION

AN INSTITUTE OF 

DISTINCTION

The National Institute of Education (NIE) is Singapore’s national teacher 

education institute with a key role in shaping Singapore’s education. 

Established in July 1991 through the amalgamation of the Institute of 

Education and the College of Physical Education, NIE is an autonomous 

institute of the Nanyang Technological University (NTU). Through the years, 

NIE has positioned itself as the leader in teacher education in Singapore by 

producing high quality graduates who form the foundation for a successful 

education system.

Master Of 

Education 

The Master of Education programme is primarily designed for educators working in Singapore schools and 

the Ministry of Education. University graduates with a background in education and wishing to advance their 

knowledge and skills in education are also welcome to apply. The programme offers the degree in 18 areas of 

specialisation. The programme may be completed either by: 

• coursework only, or 

• coursework with a dissertation 

Duration of Study 

The programme may be completed in 2 to 4 years on a part-time basis. Full-time studies are also available for 

some specialisations. 

General Entry Requirements 

The following are the necessary requirements: 

• a good Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university 

• a teaching qualification such as Postgraduate Diploma in Education 

• at least one year of teaching or other relevant professional education experience 

Specific additional entry requirements (if any) are indicated under each specialisation. 

International applicants whose first language is not English are required to submit an official Test of English 

as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score, the test taken not more than two years before the date of application. 

A minimum score of 580 for the paper and pencil examination or 237 for the computer-based test is required. 

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 and above can be accepted in lieu of 

TOEFL. 

Intakes 

There are two intakes a year (January and August). Applications will open in July for admission in January 

in the following year and in December for admission in August the following year. Please note that not all 

specialisations are available for application for each intake. 

Application 

Applications may be made online. Hard copies of all necessary supporting documents must be submitted within 

one week from the date of successful online submission. For more information on application details, please 

visit www.nie.edu.sg/gpl/appl_course.htm 

Fees 

Our tuition fees are subject to revision on a yearly basis. For more information on current tuition fees, please 

visit www.nie.edu.sg/gpl/fees.htm 

Further Queries 

Please visit www.nie.edu.sg/med or e-mail us at nieadmpp@nie.edu.sg 

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Notes to Education Officers of the 

Ministry of Education (MOE), Singapore 

The Master of Education programme is listed under MOE’s Professional Development 

Continuum Model (PDCM)-Master’s degree scheme. Education officers sponsored 

under this scheme may pursue the master’s degree either by the normal route of PDCM 

evening classes or through the PDCM 4-3-3 structure, where applicable. 

PDCM Evening Classes 

Under this arrangement, teachers sign up for 2 courses per semester. The minimum 

candidature is 2 years and the maximum 4 years. 

PDCM 4-3-3 Structure 

Teachers under the PDCM 4-3-3 structure are to complete ten courses - four courses 

in Year 1 and three courses in each of Years 2 and 3. Completion of the programme is 

expected to be within 3 years. 

Teachers are expected to follow a list of pre-determined courses and timeframe. Hence, 

the list of specialisation courses does not apply to teachers under the PDCM 4-3-3 

structure. 


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The Programme 

at a Glance 

SPECIALISATIONS 

PAGE 

REFERENCE 

STRUCTURE 

Art 6 

Chinese Language 7 

Curriculum & Teaching 8 

Developmental Psychology 9 

Drama 10 

Early Childhood 11 

Educational & Psychological 

Measurement & Evaluation 

12 

• 2 core courses 

• 5 required specialisation courses 

• 1 open elective course 






• 3 specialisation elective courses 















Plus either: 

• a dissertation 

OR 

• 2 additional 

courses 

(1 open elective 

and MMM 800 

Critical Inquiry) 

MMM 800 

Critical Inquiry 

is open only 

for candidates 

pursuing the 

degree totally by 

coursework, and 

can be taken only 

on completion of 

eight courses. 

English Language 13 

English Literature 14 



• 1 specialisation elective course 






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SPECIALISATIONS 

PAGE 

REFERENCE 

STRUCTURE 

Gifted Education 15 





Learning Sciences & 

Technologies 

16 



• 2 open elective courses 

Malay Language 17 

Mathematics 18 

Music 19 

Primary 20 

Science 21 

Special Education 22 

Tamil Language 23 













• 1 subject-specific elective course 












Plus either: 

• a dissertation 

OR 

• 2 additional 

courses 

(1 open elective 

and MMM 800 

Critical Inquiry) 

MMM 800 

Critical Inquiry 

is open only 

for candidates 

pursuing the 

degree totally by 

coursework, and 

can be taken only 

on completion of 

eight courses. 


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ART 

This specialisation provides a theoretical and practical base for developing a visual 

arts curriculum and pedagogy for schools. It enables art educators to achieve 

advanced academic and professional development in art education by focusing 

on contemporary issues and development in art and art education. It emphasises 

both scholarship and students’ own studio practice towards enriching their artistic 

knowledge in a multi-cultural setting. 

Additional Entry Requirements 

• Applicants must be currently involved in art education. 

• They must have a degree in Art, or equivalent Art qualifications. 

Structure 

• Core Courses 

MED 871 

MED 872 

Educational Inquiry I 

Educational Inquiry II 

• Required Specialisation Courses 

MEA 801 

MEA 802 

MEA 803 

MEA 804 

Research and Issues in Art Education 

Art and Technology 

Visual Arts and Creativity 

Visual Literacy: Teaching and Learning 

MEA 805 

Art Making and Aesthetics Inquiry 

• Open Elective Courses (Choose any 1 course) 

• The course(s) to be selected from any of the courses offered in NIE’s Master degree programmes. 

• Plus either: 

• a dissertation OR 

• 2 additional courses (1 open elective and MMM 800 Critical Inquiry) 

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Chinese 

Language 

This specialisation equips Chinese language education professionals with in-depth 

and wide knowledge of theoretical and practical issues in Chinese language education, 

thus enabling them to meet the challenges at a higher stage of their career. It focuses 

primarily on the needs of teachers and other professionals in the field of Chinese 

language education, and covers both curricular and pedagogical issues, linguistic 

theories and culture. Current linguistic theories and research methodology pertaining 

to language teaching and learning are discussed enabling students to implement 

small scale studies related to course contents as well as their school language 

teaching. 


• Applicants must be involved professionally in Chinese language education. 

• They must have a degree in Chinese Studies, or a postgraduate teacher education 

qualification specialising in the teaching of Chinese. 

Structure 

• Core Courses* 

MED 871 

MED 872 



• Required Specialisation Courses (Choose any 5 courses) 

MCL 800 Chinese Educational Linguistics 

MCL 801 Language Planning and Language Education 

MCL 802 Chinese Language Curriculum Design and Reform 

MCL 803 Language Testing and Related Issues 

MCL 805 Classical Chinese Literature and Its Teaching 

MCL 806 Modern Chinese Literature and Its Teaching 

MCL 807 Information Technology and Chinese Language Teaching 

MCL 810 Regional Diversity of the Chinese Language and Culture: Comparative 

Study and Exploration into Implications in Teaching 

MCL 811 Design and Analysis of Teaching Materials for Chinese as a Second 

Language 

MCL 812 The Modern Chinese Script: Applied Studies and Special Issues Related 

to the Teaching of Chinese Characters 

MCL 813 Teaching of Listening and Speaking of Chinese: Theories and Applications 

MCL 814 Teaching of Reading and Writing of Chinese: Theories and Applications 

MCL 815 English-Chinese Translation: Theories, Practices and Its Use in the 

Teaching of Chinese in Singapore 

Note: 

1) Optional Specialisation 

Courses are offered subject 

to demand and availability 

of faculty expertise. Hence, 

not all specialisation courses 

are available for selection to 

every intake. 






* The two core courses, MED 871 and MED 872, are taught in English. All other courses are taught 

in Chinese. 


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Curriculum 

& Teaching 

This specialisation aims at facilitating the growth of experienced educators who are 

committed to developing advanced professional expertise in curriculum and teaching 

and will assume leadership roles in their educational settings. Specifically, the 

programme provides participants with the foundational know-how and the theoretical 

underpinnings of the curriculum making process from design and implementation 

to evaluation, an informed and critical understanding about curriculum issues in the 

local and international contexts and an appreciation of their role and responsibilities 

as curriculum leaders. 

Structure 


MED 871 Educational Inquiry I 

MED 872 Educational Inquiry II 


MCT 801 Introduction to Curriculum Theory and Design 

MCT 802 The Curriculum in Singapore: A Critical Perspective 

MCT 803 Crafting the Curriculum: From Theory to Practice 

• Specialisation Elective Courses (Choose any 3 courses)* 

MCT 804 Curriculum Implementation: Major Concepts and Issues 

MCT 805 Differentiating Curriculum and Teaching for Diverse Learners 

MCT 806 Curriculum Development for Early Years of Schooling (3-8 years old) 

MCT 809 History and Reform in Curriculum 

MCT 811 Teacher Knowledge, Learning Development 

MCT 812 Issues in Research on Teaching 

MCT 821 Mastering the Art of Authentic Assessments 

MCT 825 Curriculum Evaluation 

MCT 831 Citizenship Education: Trends and Issues 

MCT 832 Cooperative and Collaborative Learning: Practice, Theory and Research 

MCT 841 Theories and Perspectives on Learning 

Note: 



to demand and availability of 

faculty expertise. Hence, not 

all specialisation courses 


every intake. 




* Students have the option to select curriculum-related courses offered in other programmes and 

specialisations subject to the approval of the programme coordinator. 

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Developmental 

Psychology 

This specialisation provides education professionals, such as teachers and 

counsellors in primary and secondary schools, with in-depth knowledge and 

understanding of cognitive, social and emotional development. Topics discussed 

include child and adolescent cognitive, social, emotional and moral development, 

current issues concerning youth and basic counselling skills. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 




MDP 801 

MDP 802 

MDP 803 

Social and Emotional Development of Children and Adolescents 

Child and Adolescent Cognitive Development 

Counselling Children and Adolescents 

• Specialisation Elective Courses 

MDP 804 

MDP 805 

Motivation, Volition and Instruction 

Individual Differences and Learning 







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Drama 

This specialisation provides opportunities for advanced academic study in drama and 

professional practice in drama and drama education. It addresses drama performance 

and processes, their application to educational contexts, and the multidisciplinary 

approach needed for drama learning and performance. Both theoretical and practical 

issues of drama pedagogy are discussed, focusing on contemporary issues in drama 

and drama education. Participants will develop insight and understanding of the 

creative processes of drama and drama education, including performance, and skills 

in the teaching of drama as a subject and as a vehicle for learning. They will also 

explore the functions of drama and the theatre in a range of contexts. 


Applicants are expected to have some experience in the teaching of drama. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 



• Required Specialisation Courses (Choose any 5 courses)* 

MDR 810 

MDR 811 

MDR 812 

MDR 813 

MDR 814 

MDR 815 

MDR 816 

MDR 817 

MDR 818 

Performance, Play and Performativity 

Present-Day Performance Practice 

Theatre Making: Vision, Context, Process and Collaboration 

Aesthetics and Performance in South East Asian Theatre 

The Forms of Applied Theatre and Applications in the Local Context 

Independent Study 

Learning In, Through and About Drama 

Advanced Process Drama 

Text to Performance 



Note: 







every intake. 




* Students have the option to select elective courses offered in other programmes and specialisations 

subject to the approval of the programme coordinator. 

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EARLY 

CHILDHOOD 

This specialisation makes an in-depth study of theories and practices in early 

childhood education. The focus is on knowledge and understanding of issues in the 

art of teaching children in their early years, appreciating their social contexts, early 

childhood curriculum and pedagogy, and meaning-making through linking related 

education theories and practices. Issues are addressed across varied paradigms 

and perspectives in contemporary ideas of teaching and learning. It extends the 

knowledge and expertise of early childhood professionals, enabling them to develop 

innovative teaching programmes for young children. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 




MSE 803 

MSE 804 

Investigations in Early Childhood 

Issues and Trends in Early Childhood 

• Specialisation Elective Courses (Choose any 3 courses) 

MSE 806 

MSE 809 

MSE 813 

MSE 814 

Curriculum Design and Development 

Human Development 

Professional Studies in Early Childhood 

Early Intervention 






Note: 







every intake. 


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Educational & Psychological 

Measurement & Evaluation 

This specialisation provides in-depth knowledge and understanding of assessment 

and evaluation theory and practice. Topics discussed include concepts of classical 

and modern test theories, attitude measurement, methods of evaluating school 

programmes and use of technology for assessment. Through this programme, 

teachers and other education professionals are equipped to take on leadership roles 

at quality assessment and evaluation of educational learning. They can serve in 

schools, MOE and other institutions as resource persons providing professional 

expertise and technical support in all matters pertaining to both cognitive, and 

affective and attitudinal assessment and evaluation. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 




MPM 801 

MPM 802 

MPM 803 

MPM 804 

MPM 805 

Educational Measurement: Theory and Practice 

Modern Educational Measurement Theory and Its Application 

Computer Assisted Assessment 

Attitude Measurement and Personality Assessment 

Evaluation Methodology and Applications to Programmes 






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English 

Language 

This specialisation focuses on processes of language learning, teaching 

methodology and issues pertaining to language education research. Participants will 

be encouraged to build upon their teaching experience via pursuing special and 

related areas of interest in an in-depth manner. They will also learn critical inquiry 

and action-research skills and apply these to language education problems, thus 

building a strong foundation for their understanding and practice of English Language 

education. 


Applicants must be currently teaching English. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 




MEL 810 

MEL 811 

MEL 812 

MEL 813 

English Language Teaching Approaches 

Developing Competence in Writing and Grammar 

Developing Reading Competence and Vocabulary 

Developing Competence in Listening and Speaking 

• Specialisation Elective Courses (Choose any 1 course) 

MEL 814 

Language Testing 

Language Education Research Electives: 

MAE 805 

MAE 807 

MAE 809 

MAE 810 

MAE 811 

MAE 812 

Classroom Discourse Analysis 

Language Teacher Education 

Oracy Development and Research 

Research in Teaching Written Discourse 

Second Language Classroom Learning 

Using ICT in the Language Classroom 

Classroom Applications Electives: 

MAE 827 

MAE 828 

MAE 829 

Language Teaching Methodology 

Language Testing and Assessment 

Materials Design and Development 






Note: 







every intake. 


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English 

Literature 

This specialisation enhances course participants’ theoretical understanding and 

practical skills of English literature teaching, and provides them the wherewithal 

to undertake critical inquiry and research into an area that interests them. It is an 

advanced study of literary texts and the teaching of them in classrooms. Participants 

will be exposed to in-depth studies in the many areas of literary education, including 

historical and critical perspectives, the use of technology and digital media in the 

literature classroom, and literature pedagogy. Participants will be encouraged to 

build upon their expertise in literary studies and draw on their teaching experience. 

They will pursue special areas of interest in literature and its teaching. 


Applicants should have a degree in English Literature, or English Language / 

Linguistics. Holders of a degree in another Humanities subject (e.g. History, 

Philosophy, Drama, and Theatre Studies), will be considered on a case by case basis. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 




MLE 801 

MLE 802 

Developing Reading Skills in the Literature Classroom 

Literature, Culture and Education 

Note: 







every intake. 


MLE 806 

MLE 807 

MLE 808 

MLE 809 

MLE 810 

MLE 811 

MLE 812 

MLE 813 

MLE 814 

MLE 815 

Texts in the Literature Classroom 

Teaching Shakespeare 

Literary Theory and Teaching 

Creative Writing in the Classroom 

World Literatures 

Teaching Literature in the Digital Age 

Literature and Visual Culture in the Classroom 

Adolescent Literature 

Literature Assessment: Issues in Approach and Design 

Teaching Contemporary British Literature 






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Gifted 

Education 

This specialisation creates a platform for education professionals, such as teachers 

and educational researchers, to enhance their knowledge, ideas and best practices 

at educating and talent-developing high ability learners. It focuses on curriculum, 

pedagogy and practice. It prepares professionals with commitment and competency 

by broadening knowledge and expertise. Current trends, issues and policies on 

providing for high ability learners, and approaches to differentiated pedagogies, 

based on theory, practice and research, are featured. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 




MSE 820 

MSE 821 

Differentiated Pedagogies for High Ability Learners 

Understanding High Ability Learners 


MSE 830 

MSE 831 

MSE 832 

MSE 833 

MSE 834 

Affective Needs and Moral Development of the Gifted 

Identification of Potential and Interventions for Talent Development 

Critical and Creative Thinking for High Ability Learners 

Issues, Policies and Trends in Gifted Education 

Administration and Evaluation of Programmes for High Ability Learners 

and Talent Development 






Note: 







every intake. 


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Learning Sciences 

& Technologies 

This specialisation fosters in-depth understanding of the learning sciences towards 

equipping participants with research knowledge and skills for conducting relevant 

investigations in their own fields of professional interest. It prepares practicing 

educational personnel with competency in educating learners of the 21st century 

by broadening and deepening their knowledge of current learning theories and 

research trends. Research methodology and the use of technology for learning will 

also be featured. Opportunities will be given to do small-scale studies on technologyenabled 

pedagogy. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 




MLT 801 

MLT 802 

MLT 803 

MLT 804 

MLT 805 

MLT 806 

MLT 807 

MLT 808 

MLT 809 

Foundations of Learning and Knowledge Building 

Engaged Learning in Knowledge Building Communities 

IT as Cognitive Tools 

Design Studio 

Design Experiments 

Social Foundations for the Learning Sciences 

Cognitive Foundations for the Learning Sciences 

Design of Interactive Learning Environments 

Research Methodologies for the Learning Sciences 

• Open Elective Courses (Choose any 2 courses) 





Note: 







every intake. 

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Malay 

Language 

This specialisation provides education professionals with functionally integrated 

academic, experiment and field based study of Malay Language Education. Research 

theories and methods in investigating Malay language, literature and culture in their 

socio-cultural contexts will be offered together with current practices and advances 

in Malay Language curriculum development and pedagogy for schools. The 

specialisation offers theoretical grounding in the Malay language and Malay literature 

and culture research, as well as the opportunity to investigate the intersection of 

these fields with language teaching and learning. It enhances the research skills and 

knowledge base of teachers and other professionals in language education. 


• Applicants should be involved professionally in teaching of Malay and / or Malay 

literature. 

• They must have a degree in Malay Studies or its equivalent. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 




MML 810 Research in Language Education 

MML 811 Issues in Language Education 

MML 812 Education in Malay and Islamic Traditions 

MML 813 Critical and Creative Thinking to Enhance Learning 

MML 814 Language, Literacy and Culture 

MML 815 Discourse Analysis 

MML 816 Contrastive Linguistic and Error Analysis 

MML 817 Literature Education 

MML 819 Theories of Grammar 

MML 821 Features of the Malay Language in Singapore 

MML 822 Comparative Linguistics of Austronesian Languages 

MML 823 Bilingualism and Multilingualism 

MML 824 School-Based Curriculum Design for Malay Language Teaching 

MML 832 Children’s and Young Adult’s Literature 

MML 833 The Use of Literary Text in Education 

MML 835 Malay Culture and Values 

MML 836 The Sociocultural History of the Malays 



Note: 







every intake. 





in Malay. 


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Mathematics 

This specialisation provides coursework that develops knowledge of mathematics 

as a subject and its pedagogy. It develops reflective practitioners of Mathematics 

education, prepares teachers for career development in such capacities as MOE’s 

master teacher or senior specialist tracks, and provides induction into mathematics 

education research. 


• Applicants must be currently involved in Mathematics education. 

• They must have done at least two Mathematics courses at the undergraduate level. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 




MME 802 

MME 804 

Fundamental Concepts in Mathematics 

Research and Issues in Mathematics Education 

• Specialisation Elective Courses (Choose any 3 courses with at least one from 

each group) 

Group A: General Pedagogical Issues in Mathematics Education 

MME 803 

MME 805 

MME 806 

MME 807 

MME 812 

Using Technology in Mathematics Education 

Assessment in Mathematics 

Curriculum Studies in Mathematics 

Development on Problem Solving in Mathematics 

Teaching and Learning Mathematics 

Group B: Topics in Mathematics and Pedagogical Implications 

MME 813 

MME 815 

MME 816 

MME 817 

MME 819 

Algebra and the Teaching of Algebra 

Geometry and Teaching of Geometry 

Statistics and the Teaching of Statistics 

Discrete Mathematics and Problem Solving 

Number Theory and the Teaching of Arithmetic 

Note: 







every intake. 






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Music 

This specialisation provides a theoretical and practical base for developing music 

curriculum and pedagogy for schools, and music education research. It also provides 

an understanding of contemporary issues in music education and research, and the 

foundations of music education. Candidates will develop understanding and skills 

in the ways technology is used in music and music education. They will select from 

a list of practical musical skills for teaching in school, including solo and ensemble 

performance, composing, arranging, singing, choral conducting, band conducting, 

recorder playing and keyboard skills, to promote their expertise in teaching them 

during the programme. 


• Applicants must be currently involved in music education. 

• They should have a degree in Music, or equivalent qualifications. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 




MUE 801 

MUE 802 

MUE 803 

MUE 804 

MUE 805 

Foundations of Music Education 

Music and Technology 

Research in Music Education 

Issues in Music Education 

Musical Practices 







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Primary 

This specialisation focuses on the general principles and practice of primary 

education. It gives a broad overview of the various aspects of primary education 

and an opportunity for participants to learn about pedagogical skills for engaging 

young learners in selected curriculum areas. Specialised core courses in curriculum 

planning and child development are offered, including courses on ways of having 

non-academic programmes and more holistic assessment of learning, and specific 

courses to meet special professional interests of teachers and educators working 

directly with primary pupils and in primary school contexts. 


• Applicants must be currently teaching in a primary school. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 




MPS 801 

MPS 802 

MPS 803 

MPS 804 

MPS 805 

The Curriculum in Primary Education: Concepts, Applications, Issues 

Child and Adolescent Cognitive Development 

IT as Cognitive Tools for Primary Classrooms 

Assessment in Primary Schools: Issues and Research 

Learning in and through the Arts 

• Required subject-specific elective course (Choose 1 subject-specific 

course offered in the Master of Education programme. The selected course 

must be in applicant’s teaching subject in school) 






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Science 

This specialisation provides science educators with a theoretical and practical base 

for developing the science curriculum, adopting innovative pedagogies in schools, 

and acquiring basic research skills relevant to science education. It also enhances 

their knowledge and understanding of various aspects of science education, including 

the nature, history and philosophy of science, teaching and learning science, and 

science curriculum development, implementation and evaluation. 


• Applicants must be currently involved in science education. 

• They must have a degree, preferably in science or at least with science courses 

studied at the undergraduate level. 

• They must have a teaching qualification for which they must have done science 

curriculum studies. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 




MSC 882 

MSC 883 

MSC 884 

MSC 885 

Research Methods in Science Education 

Issues and Trends in Science Education 

Curriculum, Instruction and Evaluation 

Science Education Research Problem Identification, Definition and 

Exploration 







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Special Education 

This specialisation promotes professional competence in special education by 

providing knowledge-based theory, practice and research. It enables students to 

establish the nexus of educational theories and practices for developing a curriculum 

and pedagogy that meet their pupils’ diverse needs. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 



Required Specialisation Courses 

MSE 801 

MSE 802 

Investigations in Special Education 

Issues and Trends in Special Education 


MSE 806 

MSE 808 

MSE 809 

MSE 814 

Curriculum Design and Development 

Learning Disabilities 

Human Development 

Early Intervention 






Note: 







every intake. 

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Tamil Language 

This specialisation equips Tamil language education professionals with wide and 

in-depth knowledge of and perspectives on the practical as well as theoretical 

issues of Tamil language education, thus enabling them to meet the challenges of 

an advanced stage of their career. It focuses on the needs of teachers and other 

professionals working in Tamil language education. It familiarises participants with 

the latest issues and thinking in Tamil language education as well as curriculum 

design and publication of learning materials. 


• Applicants must be currently involved in the teaching of Tamil. 

• They should have done Tamil Studies for their degree, or they must have done a 

course on Tamil teaching for their postgraduate teaching qualification. 

Structure 


MED 871 

MED 872 




MTL 810 

MTL 811 

MTL 812 

MTL 813 

Tamil Literature in Education 

Tamil Curriculum, Materials including IT: Selection and Evaluation 

Tamil Language Education 

Special Topics in Sociolinguistics and Bilingualism for Tamil 







in Tamil. 


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Office of 

Graduate Studies 

& Professional Learning 

The Office of Graduate Studies & Professional Learning (GPL), one of the two Programme 

Offices in NIE, is responsible for overseeing NIE’s higher degree programmes, the 

professional development of teachers, the training of school leaders and the management 

of academic research. 

With the mission of being a leader in providing academic and research opportunities which 

engage professionals in quality graduate studies and lifelong learning, GPL works closely 

with our parent university, NTU, in ensuring that the higher degree programmes meet 

stringent academic requirements that are aligned with top universities around the world, 

while leadership training and professional development courses are designed based on 

the needs of Singapore schools, and through evidence-based research findings from NIE. 

For more information on the range of programmes on offer, please visit our website at 

www.nie.edu.sg/gpl

Office of 

Graduate Studies 

and Professional 

Learning 

National Institute of Education 

Nanyang Technological University 

Block 7 Level 3 

1 Nanyang Walk Singapore 637616 

Tel: (65) 6790 3888 

Website: www.nie.edu.sg/gpl 

Disclaimer: Information is correct as at January 2011.

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