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GOES VIRTUAL NIE POSTGRADUATE & CONTINUING EDUCATION (PG&CE) FAIR 2020 LEARNING DIFFERENTLY, LEADING CHANGE 16 May 2020 (Saturday) | 10AM - 4PM INFORMATION HANDBOOK
ORGANISING CHAIR’S
MESSAGE
Dear Visitor,
A warm welcome to the National Institute of Education’s Postgraduate & Continuing
Education (PG&CE) Fair 2020!
This year, the fair goes virtual due to concerns about COVID-19. The virtual fair will
be held on 16 May 2020, from 10am to 4pm. Our colleagues from NIE’s 10 Academic
Groups, Office of Academic Administration and Services, and Programme Offices
will answer your questions regarding admission, scholarships, online applications,
and other aspects of our programmes.
The PG&CE fair 2020 website features various programme sharing sessions
materials selected just for you. You can also watch short videos in NIE GPL Facebook
about our higher degree and professional development opportunities, as well as
students’ unique learning experiences at NIE.
We appreciate your interest and participation in this higher degree and professional
development event. The Office of Graduate Studies and Professional Learning
delivers its courses with the support of faculty members from diverse disciplines. NIE,
an autonomous institute of Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, is known
for its emphasis on evidence-based higher degree, leadership, and professional
development training.
Take a step towards your lifelong learning goals by joining NIE. Together, we will
embark on a journey of “Learning Differently, Leading Change.”
Organising Chair
Assoc Prof Cheung Yin Ling
Associate Dean, Outreach and Engagement
Office of Graduate Studies and Professional Learning
NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 1
CONTENTS
05 ABOUT US
06 WHY NIE
08 PATHWAY
10 GRAD CENTRE
11 NIE GRADUATE STUDENT CLUB (NIEGSC)
12 ACADEMIC GROUPS
18 HIGHER DEGREE PROGRAMMES
32 FAQS ON HIGHER DEGREE ADMISSION
40 FAQS ON NTU MINIMASTERSTM
48 FAQS ON STUDENT SERVICES
52 FAQS ON PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY
55 PROFESSIONAL LEARNING AT NIE
FAQS ON POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION
58 ADMISSION
62 JANUARY 2021 INTAKE DETAILS
64 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
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Embrace Lifelong Learning
Grow with PaCE@NTU
NTU Alumni Course Credit Worth
S$1,600
pace.ntu.edu.sg ABOUT US
▶ Part-time Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) Degree programmes Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore
▶ Semester-Long Courses*
- Specialist Certificates World’s Top Young University
- Graduate Certificates NTU is a young and research-intensive university. It is the fastest-rising university
- Standalone Courses in the world’s Top 50 list of universities. The university is currently ranked the world’s
▶ Short Courses* No. 1 young university (under 50 years old) and has 19 subjects in the world’s Top 50
Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) ranking by subjects. One of which is Education, helmed
▶ National Silver Academy Courses
solely by NIE.
▶ Online Learning
▶ In-House Training
▶ Regional Executive Programmes
National Institute of Education (NIE)
▶ Student Immersion Programmes
▶ Mobile Learning Courses* Top Education Institute
▶ Seminars NIE has its early roots as the pioneering Teachers’ Training College (TTC) founded
in 1950. In 1973, the Institute of Education (IE) was formed from the old TTC; it was
enj subsidies up to 95%
* Eligible individuals may enjoy established as an autonomous institute of the Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
of the course fee for SSG supported courses. in 1991.
NIE has been ranked as one of the top 20 education institutions in the world and top 3 in
Asia based on Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) ranking by subjects. NIE is also a founding
member of the International Network of Educational Institutions (INEI).
NTU PaCE
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WHY NIE
►
Renowned and Globally Connected > 30 > 300
Having won numerous awards for their work and the research capacity, the output Professional
Graduate
of the NIE faculty has attracted much international attention and accolades. Being a
development &
founding member of the International Network of Education Institutions (INEI), NIE programmes
actively seeks strategic partnerships and collaborations with top institutes around leadership courses
the world. These joint effort broaden its reach in developing new competencies
and pave the way for an international network of research collaborators. NIE also
regularly invites distinguished professors to share their knowledge and expertise as
well as participate in collaborative projects.
►
Research Excellence
Research excellence is a driving force that energises knowledge creation.
Renowned for its teacher education and education research, NIE also aspires
to excel as a world-class institute of higher learning. Researchers are given the
SkillsFuture
chance to engage in cutting-edge researches and pedagogy courses, which
produce evidence-informed and future-ready programmes.
Approx. funding
2,000
available
►
NIE Programmes
Graduate Flexible
Drawing extensively from the deep knowledge and strong expertise of the NIE study options
faculty, NIE provides programmes and courses in the areas of: students
Arts and Physical
Sciences Education
Humanities Education
►
Facilities and Learning Environment
1. Various Research Centres and Labs of Excellence Develop Cutting-edge Skills-based
2. Well-equipped Learning Facilities mastery research learning Stackability
3. Research Workstations
4. Higher Degree Student Lounge
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PATHWAY
While formal recognition of postgraduate education in the form of a Master's or
Doctoral degree may appeal to some, the majority of working adults may prefer
learning through standalone courses. Modular Graduate Courses (MGCs) provide
flexible opportunities for individuals to strive towards knowledge acquisition and skills
mastery. In line with SkillsFuture Singapore's initiative, NIE has curated a variety
of higher degree courses to provide opportunities to develop skills through lifelong
learning for working professionals from the various industries and sectors.
With the newly launched NTU MiniMastersTM, these courses can be taken at one's
own pace and interest, and stackable towards a MiniMastersTM.
Modular
Graduate Courses
While formal recognition of postgraduate education in the form of
a Master's or Doctoral degree may appeal to some, the majority
of working adults may prefer learning through standalone
courses. Modular Graduate Courses (MGCs) provide flexible
opportunities for individuals to strive towards knowledge
acquisition and skills mastery. In line with SkillsFuture
Singapore's initiative, NIE has curated a variety of higher degree
courses to provide opportunities to develop skills through lifelong
learning for working professionals from the various industries
and sectors.
Visit www.nie.edu.sg/mgc today for more information and a
listing of SSG funded courses.
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NIE Graduate Student Club (NIEGSC)
By students for students
Who are We
NIEGSC is a student body that is dedicated to nurturing a meaningful and healthy learning environment for
graduate students at NIE. The Club was initiated by a group of passionate graduate volunteers in late 2018,
with the support of the Office of Graduate Studies and Professional Learning (GPL). After receiving an
endorsement from current NIE graduate students and the final approval of NTU Student Affairs Office (SAO),
the Club was officially established in February 2019 to serve the NIE graduate student community.
GRAD CENTRE
The current NIEGSC Management Team
The Graduate Research and Academic Development (GRAD) Centre opened its
doors to the NIE community in January 2017. It provides support for NIE higher degree
students to develop as effective writers in their specialisations. It also offers training Our Mission
in writing and professional presentation, skills that are transferrable to their careers. Our mission is to foster a cohesive, conducive, and vibrant environment for all NIE graduate students. This is to be
achieved mainly by 1) championing the interests of NIE graduate students through communication with NIE’s
In the GRAD Centre, higher degree students can receive feedback and guidance for Management and our University’s Administration, and, 2) enhancing the quality of NIE graduate students’ lives on
campus through organizing meaningful and engaging activities, which fall into the following three major categories:
written assignments from our English Language consultants and trained PhD student
tutors. The centre strives to provide an environment in NIE where the students can A) Academic activities: PhD-Masters peer-sharing sessions, research methodology and academic writing skills
workshops, webinars, etc.
receive specific ideas to improve their academic writing, conference presentation,
and statistical analysis skills. To that end, the centre organises activities such as B) Recreational and social activities: Sports activities.
advanced writing groups, workshops on various aspects of academic writing, C) Career development activities: e.g., “What’s Next?” talks by outstanding NIE graduate alumni.
seminars in professional conference presentations, meet-the-professor sessions and
writing camps for higher degree students across the 10 Academic Groups at NIE. How can you participate?
We look forward to your active participation in the above-mentioned activities, your suggestions on how we can
improve our service, or matters you wish us to communicate on your behalf with the School/University. Meanwhile,
we warmly welcome you to join us as a volunteer, to help make our graduate student life at NIE more dynamic,
meaningful and fulfilling.
For more information on the GRAD Centre, please visit
• Email us: grad.student.club@nie.edu.sg
niehd.nie.edu.sg/grad-centre
• Like our Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/niegsc
• Visit our webpage: http://niehd.nie.edu.sg/niegsc/
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Humanities and Social Studies Education (HSSE)
HSSE constantly engages in both educational and discipline-related research to
ACADEMIC GROUPS
meet the needs of educators in the knowledge-based economy of the 21st century.
With expertise in the areas of History, Geography and Social Studies content and
pedagogy, HSSE offers professional development and higher degree programmes
designed for humanities educators and educational leaders, as well as those
interested in advancing their professional knowledge, through disciplinary and
interdisciplinary explorations of humanities education.
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Asian Languages and Cultures (ALC)
At the postgraduate level, we offer the following programmes:
ALC which comprises three divisions: namely, the Chinese, Malay and Tamil Divisions,
aims to produce excellent educators and researchers who are devoted to mother Master’s Level Doctoral level
tongue language education for the nation. This is done by laying a firm academic
scholarship for mother tongue language teachers and equipping them with relevant • Master of Arts in Humanities Education • Doctor in Education (EdD)
pedagogical and IT skills, curriculum design, innovation and evaluation, as well as up- • Master of Arts (Research) • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
to-date knowledge and skills in education research.
At the postgraduate level, we offer the following programmes:
►
Learning Sciences and Assessment (LSA)
Master’s Level Doctoral level
LSA is an interdisciplinary academic group focusing on understanding learning and
• Master of Arts in Teaching Chinese as an • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) assessment. The learning sciences focus on both formal and informal learning that
International Language involves designing, implementing, integrating the learning environments for pedagogical
• Master of Education (Chinese Language) innovations, with or without technologies.
• Master of Education (Malay Language)
The assessment focus is concerned with the recognition, reporting, rewarding and
• Master of Education (Tamil Language) ramifications of learning and achievement. It envisages and evaluates the process and
• Master of Arts (Research) outcomes of learning in measurable and also in holistic ways for both summative and
formative purposes.
The academic group is committed to quality scholarship, inquiry into the relationship
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English Language and Literature (ELL) of theory and practice, research in diverse educational contexts that contribute to the
ELL focuses on research and education in the areas of English Language, Linguistics existing knowledge base and expertise in Singapore and the global teaching and
and Literature. We provide a rigorous and intellectually-challenging yet practice- learning community.
relevant English education and have a research culture that embraces diversity At the postgraduate level, we offer the following programmes:
and multidisciplinary perspectives. Our faculty consists of international scholars
engaged in cutting-edge research in a wide variety of areas. Focusing on the theory- Master’s Level Doctoral level
practice nexus in education, we are committed to developing and mentoring critically • Master of Arts (Instructional Design and • Doctor in Education (EdD)
engaged, socially responsible, knowledgeable, and passionate English educators Technology) • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
for the 21st century classroom. • Master of Arts in Professional Education
At the postgraduate level, we offer the following programmes: (Training and Development)
• Master of Education (Learning Sciences and
Master’s Level Doctoral level Technologies)
• Master of Arts (Applied Linguistics) • Doctor in Education (EdD) • Master of Teaching
• Master of Education (English) • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) • Master of Arts (Research)
• Master of Arts (Research)
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Mathematics and Mathematics Education (MME) ►
Physical Education and Sports Science (PESS)
MME is committed to developing scholars of mathematics as well as mathematics PESS offers a variety of programmes in Physical Education (PE) & Sports Science
education researchers and professionals. It comprises highly committed and and Sport Science & Management. With state-of-the-art facilities and well-qualified
dedicated academics from different backgrounds and experience in mathematics local and international academic staff, PESS provides a holistic and unparalleled
and mathematics education. Apart from constantly seeking new and innovative ways learning experience that prepares graduate students for career advancements in the
of delivering mathematics content and pedagogy courses in an effort to develop best field of PE and Sports Science.
practices, MME also engages in research in mathematics education and various
At the postgraduate level, we offer the following programmes:
fields of mathematics to meet the needs of scholars and educators within a rapidly
changing and increasingly technological environment. Master’s Level Doctoral level
At the postgraduate level, we offer the following programmes: • Master of Science (Exercise and Sport Studies) • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Master’s Level Doctoral level • Master of Arts (Research)
• Master of Science (Research)
• Master of Education (Mathematics) • Doctor in Education (EdD)
• Master of Science (Mathematics for Educators) • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Master of Arts (Research)
• Master of Science (Research)
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Policy, Curriculum And Leadership (PCL)
The work at Policy, Curriculum and Leadership (PCL) Academic Group (AG)
focuses on interdisciplinary topics in educational policies, curriculum and leadership
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Natural Sciences and Science Education (NSSE) studies and other related topics to generate innovative and critical insights and
advance these fields for scholarly and professional impact. The AG is constituted
NSSE integrates several science content and pedagogical disciplines with a strong by professors, lecturers and senior educators (seconded teaching fellows) from the
multidisciplinary approach to teaching and research. With this integration, disciplinary MOE. Faculty members study, lecture and research in these areas to communicate
barriers between the sciences and related pedagogies are removed to pave the way reflective and evidence-informed ideas through its courses and programmes.
for greater interaction and teamwork among academics and students alike. Research
by biologists, chemists and physicists in NSSE is centred on many areas of current At the postgraduate level, we offer the following programmes:
cutting-edge science such as agrobiotechnology, plasma physics, biological chemistry Master’s Level Doctoral level
and materials science, while the science educators focus mainly on maximising the
potential of every child with research on students’ learning approaches, problem- • Master of Arts (Educational Management) • Doctor in Education (EdD)
solving skills and new pedagogies in science. • Master of Arts (Leadership & Educational • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Change)
At the postgraduate level, we offer the following programmes:
• Master of Education (Curriculum & Teaching)
Master’s Level Doctoral level • Master of Arts (Research)
• Master of Education (Science) • Doctor in Education (EdD)
• Master of Science (Life Sciences) • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Master of Science (Research)
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Psychology and Child & Human Development (PCHD)
PCHD consists of academics, researchers and educators specializing in diverse fields
such as early childhood education, special educational needs, learning sciences,
motivation, prevention science, cognitive science and mental health.
As scholars and educators, we see ourselves as facilitators and mediators who make
research and knowledge in the fields of educational and counselling psychology, early
childhood education and special educational needs more accessible to the community.
We believe in developing people professionally and creating learning communities
that enable the acquisition of professional knowledge, skills and proficiency as well as
the formation of lasting interest groups to promote good practices and values at the
workplace and in educational settings.
At the postgraduate level, we offer the following programmes:
Master’s Level Doctoral level
• Master of Arts (Applied Psychology) • Doctor in Education (EdD)
• Master of Arts (Counselling & Guidance) • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Master of Education (Developmental Psychology)
• Master of Education (Early Childhood)
• Master of Education (Educational Assessment)
• Master of Education (High Ability Studies)
• Master of Education (Special Education)
• Master of Arts (Research)
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Visual and Performing Arts (VPA)
VPA which comprises skilled faculty in Drama, Music and Visual Art, provides
educators with relevant theoretical discussion, engaged artistic practice and innovative
artsbased pedagogy for constructing and conducting dynamic learning experiences
in arts education. All VPA programmes are designed to equip educators with the
knowledge, skills and experience they need to teach, facilitate and steer learning in,
through and about the arts. These are done through theoretical seminars, practical
workshops, performances and exhibitions, field-work and critical reflection. The aim
is to encourage educators to develop a vibrant and cutting-edge landscape of arts
education in Singapore schools, incorporating key attributes of thinking and learning
that characterise students of the 21st century.
At the postgraduate level, we offer the following programmes:
Master’s Level Doctoral level
• Master of Education (Art) • Doctor in Education (EdD)
• Master of Education (Drama • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Organiser
• Master of Education (Music)
• Master of Art (Research)
16 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 17Master of Arts (Applied Psychology)
This programme is designed to provide theoretical knowledge
and research insights as well as practical skills to interested For more information,
individuals who have the pre-requisite qualifications to train as please visit
specialists in the field of Educational Psychology or Counselling www.nie.edu.sg/maap.
Psychology. It provides specialist training as an Educational
Psychologist or a Counselling Psychologist. It also provides
graduates with training towards becoming a Registered
Psychologist in Singapore.
Period of Candidature
Full-time 2-3 years Part-time 2-4 years
Master of Arts (Counselling and Guidance)
This programme emphasises a developmental perspective,
focusing on issues pertinent to providing counselling and For more information,
guidance services and programme development. The please visit
counsellors’ personal and professional growth and development; www.nie.edu.sg/macg.
appreciation of diversity and demonstration of understanding
ethical and legal issues are also emphasised. The practicum
allows application of theories and techniques leading to effective
HIGHER DEGREE individual and group counselling.
This programme is fully certified by the Singapore Association for
PROGRAMMES
Counselling as a training programme that prepares individuals
to be Registered Counsellors in Singapore.
Period of Candidature
Full-time 1.5-2 years Part-time 3-4 years
Master of Arts (Applied Linguistics)
This programme provides a broad-based course of study in the Master of Arts (Educational Management)
field of applied linguistics, mainly within the fields of language For more information, The Master of Arts in Educational Management (MAEM)
education and language studies, balancing theoretical please visit programme is designed for individuals who have managerial
knowledge with practical application. It helps you to develop www.nie.edu.sg/maal. For more information,
experience in education and other sectors of work. This programme please visit
a strong foundation in theories of linguistics and language seeks to enable aspiring leaders to be acquainted with critical www.nie.edu.sg/maem.
learning by providing individuals with opportunities to critically issues in educational management. This would help them to relate
review current research in applied linguistics. scholarly insights with their professional practice and give them a
critical edge in the nexus of theory, research and practice.
Period of Candidature
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years Period of Candidature
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
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This programme is designed for humanities educators and This programme aims to train and prepare educators who are
educational leaders who are interested in advancing their bilingual in English and Chinese to teach Chinese in countries For more information,
For more information,
professional knowledge through disciplinary and interdisciplinary please visit where Chinese is not the dominant language. It is NIE’s please visit
explorations of humanities education. www.nie.edu.sg/mahe. strategic response to the sharp increase in demand within www.nie.edu.sg/matcil.
the international market for more educators who are properly
A key feature of this programme is the extensive range of courses
trained to teach Chinese in English-speaking regions. Some
focused on both classroom pedagogy and disciplinary content
key programme features include an introduction to the correct
relevant to History, Geography and Social Studies educators
use of English as an aid to help the learners master Chinese and
and curriculum specialists.
a combination of theory and practice, emphasising classroom
training to ensure graduates are competent in teaching Chinese
Period of Candidature
in an English language teaching environment.
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
Period of Candidature
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
Master of Arts (Instructional Design and Technology)
This programme is specifically concerned with solving
instructional problems, as well as the application, development, Master of Arts in Professional Education (Training and Development)
For more information,
and management of various information technologies, including please visit
This programme aims to provide a rigorous understanding of
e-learning. www.nie.edu.sg/maidt.
educational practices and systems from social, philosophical,
For more information,
psychological, cross-national and normative perspectives. please visit
Period of Candidature
It also seeks to foster an understanding of central issues www.nie.edu.sg/mape.
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years in learning and development, education and training, and
educational leadership in the various professional contexts.
Its specific objective is to educate professional educators with
values and beliefs as well as equipping them with a distinct set
of skills to drive mentoring and coaching, innovative training,
Master of Arts (Leadership and Educational Change), Joint Programme assessment and design practices.
This is an innovative programme with a dual focus on Period of Candidature
organisational and curriculum leadership. It aims to prepare
For more information, Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
educational leaders to go beyond organisational leadership please visit
towards embracing leadership capacities in curriculum, www.nie.edu.sg/malec.
teaching and learning.
Master of Science (Exercise & Sport Studies)
Jointly taught by two internationally-renowned teacher education
institutions, the NIE NTU, Singapore and Teachers College This programme is designed for inidividuals with an
(TC), Columbia University, New York, this programme prepares interest in physical education, sports, fitness, health For more information,
a new generation of educational leaders for Singapore, the and wellness. It is structured to provide a balanced please visit
Asia-Pacific region and the larger international community. It coverage of pedagogy, psychosocial, management and www.nie.edu.sg/msc_ess.
also provides opportunities to build new cross-national learning scientific aspects of human movement. It aims to enable
communities and fraternities steeped in both local and global professionals to upgrade their qualifications either for
perspectives. career advancement in schools or to qualify them to work
in other sport science and management positions.
Period of Candidature
Full-time 1 year Period of Candidature
Full-time 1-3 years Part-time 2-4 years
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This programme aims to provide educators and science This programme is designed for educational professionals
graduates with specialised knowledge in the field of life committed to sharpening their professional expertise in For more information,
For more information,
sciences, by addressing not only the knowledge base, but also please visit teaching to diverse learners of today through the bridging of please visit
the necessary experimental skills required. Without sacrificing www.nie.edu.sg/msc_ls. practice and research. This practice-oriented programme will www.nie.edu.sg/mteach.
the necessary breadth and depth of the multi-disciplinary nature be of great value to educators in educational institutions from
of the life sciences, individuals are offered a highly personalised pre-schools to universities in both public and private settings.
roadmap in which the most recent scientific developments are It seeks to empower educators through the demonstration of
taught, and social and bioethical issues are discussed. advanced knowledge in teaching and research into teaching,
and in so doing, provide appropriate responses to emerging
The programme offers three areas of specialisation in:
complex real-world challenges pertaining to teaching and
• Chemistry learning. Graduates of this programme will set new standards
• Clean Energy Physics of teaching excellence, and lead pedagogical transformations
• Environmental Biology in their respective educational settings and communities.
Period of Candidature Period of Candidature
Full-time 1-3 years Part-time 2-4 years Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
Master of Science (Mathematics for Educators) Master of Education (Art)
This programme is designed to cater to the professional This specialisation provides a theoretical and practical base for
needs of mathematics educators. It emphasises the developing visual arts curriculum and pedagogy for schools. For more information,
For more information,
acquisition of wide and in-depth content knowledge please visit It enables art educators to achieve advanced academic and please visit
professional development in art education by focusing on www.nie.edu.sg/med_art.
in mathematics as well as its linkage to mathematics www.nie.edu.sg/msc_me.
teaching. Individuals will have the opportunity to study contemporary issues and developments in art and art education.
courses in different areas of mathematics, conducted by It emphasises both scholarship and students’ own studio practice
active working mathematicians, many of them holding a towards achieving the goal of enriching artistic knowledge in a
qualification in teaching of mathematics. multicultural setting.
Period of Candidature Period of Candidature
Full-time 1-3 years Part-time 2-4 years Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
Master of Education (Chinese Language)
This specialisation enables graduates to be enriched in Chinese
Language education both theoretically and practically. Covering
For more information,
both curricular and pedagogical issues, linguistic theories and please visit
culture, graduates will be able to meet the challenges present in www.nie.edu.sg/med_cl.
Chinese Language education.
Period of Candidature
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
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This specialisation aims at facilitating the growth of experienced This specialisation provides an in-depth study of research, theories
educators who are committed to developing expertise in curriculum and practice in early childhood education. it focuses on critical For more information,
For more information,
and teaching. Specifically, it also provides individuals with the please visit investigation and reflection on teaching and learning processes please visit
foundational know-how and the theoretical underpinnings of the www.nie.edu.sg/med_ct. as well as issues and challenges in early childhood education. www.nie.edu.sg/med_ec.
curriculum making process from design and implementation This specialisation will help early childhood professionals to
to evaluation, an informed and critical understanding about appreciate and understand the key areas in early childhood
curriculum issues in the local and international contexts and an such as child development, curriculum, pedagogy, assessment,
appreciation of the role and responsibilities of curriculum leaders. diversity and leadership. It aims to extend the expertise of early
childhood professionals to examine and explore these areas
Period of Candidature across varied paradigms and perspectives, and develop relevant
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years and innovative early childhood programmes.
Period of Candidature
Master of Education (Developmental Psychology) Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
This specialisation provides education with in-depth knowledge
and understanding of cognitive, social and emotional For more information, Master of Education (Educational Assessment)
development. Topics discussed include child and adolescent please visit
cognitive, social, emotional and moral development, current www.nie.edu.sg/med_dp. This specialisation provides in-depth knowledge and
issues concerning youth and basic counselling skills. understanding of assessment theories and practices. Individuals For more information,
will be equipped to take on leadership roles in assessment at their please visit
Period of Candidature organisations. No prerequisite knowledge in statistics is required. www.nie.edu.sg/med_ea.
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years The requisite knowledge will be taught in the programme.
Period of Candidature
Master of Education (Drama) Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
This specialisation provides opportunities for advanced academic
study and professional practice in theatre and drama education. For more information, Master of Education (English)
It addresses theatre making, facilitating and pedagogy, related please visit
primarily to Singapore educational contexts, incorporating the www.nie.edu.sg/med_drama. This specialisation aims to equip educators with a repertoire
multi-disciplinary approaches needed for embodied and play- of critical, aesthetic, cultural, and multimodal literacies in
For more information,
based learning in, through and about drama. Both theoretical relation to English education. Educators complete two required please visit
and practical issues of drama pedagogy will be examined with specialisation courses that examine the interdisciplinary www.nie.edu.sg/med_eng.
particular focus on contemporary discourses in theatre and drama connections between English Language and English Literature
education. Individuals will develop insights, understanding and education and apply sociocultural, linguistic, and literary
skills in the imaginative and dialogic processes of theatre and theories to the critical reading of texts. In adddition, the
drama education. In addition, they will acquire critical capacities programme offers educators the flexibility of selecting from
to work with drama as a vehicle for learning. The functions of a range of specialisation elective courses in the teaching of
theatre and drama in a range of contexts will be explored in English Language or the teaching of English Literature or both.
relation to understanding the theory and history of this work.
Period of Candidature
Period of Candidature Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
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This specialisation provides education professionals with
functionally integrated academic, experiment and field based For more information,
study of Malay Language Education. Research theories please visit
and methods in investigating Malay language, literature and www.nie.edu.sg/med_ml.
culture in their socio-cultural contexts will be offered together
with current practices and advances in Malay Language
curriculum development and pedagogy for schools. This
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.
Period of Candidature
Master of Education (High Ability Studies)
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
This specialisation creates a platform for education professionals
to enhance their knowledge, ideas and best practices at
For more information,
educating and talent-developing high ability learners. It focuses please visit Master of Education (Mathematics)
on curriculum, pedagogy and practice. It prepares professionals www.nie.edu.sg/med_has.
with commitment and competency by broadening knowledge and This specialisation provides coursework that develops a
expertise. Current trends, issues and policies on providing for high knowledge of Mathematics as a subject and its pedagogy. It aims For more information,
ability learners, and approaches to differentiated pedagogies, to develop reflective practitioners of mathematics education, and please visit
based on theory, practice and research, are featured. prepare teachers for career development in capacities such as www.nie.edu.sg/med_math.
MOE’s master teacher or senior specialist tracks. It also provides
Period of Candidature an induction into mathematics education research.
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
Period of Candidature
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
Master of Education (Learning Sciences and Technologies)
This specialisation fosters in-depth understanding of the learning Master of Education (Music)
sciences and the importance of using technology to improve
For more information,
individuals’ learning experiences and outcomes by equipping please visit
This specialisation provides a theoretical, research and
them with research knowledge and skills for conducting relevant www.nie.edu.sg/med_lst. practical base for understanding the teaching and learning of
For more information,
investigations in their own fields of professional interest. It music in varied settings. It also provides an understanding of please visit
prepares practicing educators with the competencies to teach the foundations and contemporary issues in music education www.nie.edu.sg/med_music.
21st century learners by broadening and deepening their from musical, philosophical, social, cultural and historical
knowledge of learning theories, conceptual frameworks, and standpoints, including the use of technology and the inclusion
design principles regarding the use of technology for teaching of popular music.
and learning. Research methods and the design of technology-
enhanced learning environments are also featured. In addition, Period of Candidature
opportunities to conduct small-scale studies on technology- Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
enabled pedagogy are also provided.
Period of Candidature
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
26 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 27Master of Education (Science) Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MSc) by Research
This specialisation provides science educators with a theoretical Applicants reading the degree of Master of Arts (MA) / Master
and practical base for developing the Science curriculum, of Science (MSc) by research will pursue an independent but For more information,
For more information, please visit
adopting innovative pedagogies in schools, and acquiring basic please visit supervised research in an approved field of advanced study
www.nie.edu.sg/
research skills relevant to science education. It also enhances www.nie.edu.sg/med_sci. based on which a thesis must be submitted. degreebyresearch.
their knowledge and understanding of various aspects of science
education, including the nature, history and philosophy of Period of Candidature
Science, teaching and learning Science, and Science curriculum Full-time Maximum of 3 years Part-time Maximum of 3 years
development, implementation and evaluation.
Period of Candidature
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
This programme gives individuals the opportunity to conduct
original research on a topic of their interest, supervised by a
For more information,
Master of Education (Special Education) research-active faculty member. Individuals can earn a PhD by please visit
working on a topic selected from a wide array of disciplines and www.nie.edu.sg/phd.
This specialisation promotes professional competence in areas of study. They will develop advanced research skills, deep
special education by providing knowledge-based theory, For more information, content knowledge of the field and effective communication
practice and research. It enables education professionals to please visit skills through courses and participation in seminars. Earning a
establish the nexus of educational theories and practices for www.nie.edu.sg/med_se. PhD will support their academic and research career, as well as
developing a curriculum and pedagogy that meet their pupils’ enhance one’s professional standing.
diverse needs.
Period of Candidature
Period of Candidature Full-time Maximum of 5 years Part-time Maximum of 5 years
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
Doctor in Education (EdD)
Master of Education (Tamil Language)
This programme has the rigour and expectations of a PhD.
This specialisation equips Tamil language education One of the major aims of the EdD is to develop professional
For more information,
professionals with wide and in-depth knowledge of and For more information, leaders who are able to identify and solve complex field-based please visit
perspectives on the practical as well as theoretical issues of please visit problems. Professional doctorates stress the application www.nie.edu.sg/edd.
Tamil language education, thus enabling them to meet the www.nie.edu.sg/med_tamil. of research, development of professional knowledge and
challenges of an advanced stage of their career. It focuses creation of knowledge within the profession. It also prepares
on the needs of educators and other professionals working in candidates for leadership in managerial and administrative
Tamil language education. It familiarises them with the latest positions who can use and extend existing knowledge to solve
issues and thinking in Tamil language education as well as educational problems.
curriculum design and publication of learning materials.
Period of Candidature
Period of Candidature Full-time Maximum of 5 years Part-time Maximum of 7 years
Full-time 1-2 years Part-time 2-4 years
28 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 29FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
(FAQs)
30 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 31Q:
FAQs
What are the entry requirements?
A: For Doctor in Education (EdD):
You must hold a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree with good grades from an
approved university which we judge to be of satisfactory standing, plus at least four
years’ relevant experience in education or education-related fields. You may, in
addition, be required to pass an approved English language test at a specified level
ON HIGHER DEGREE ADMISSION and other prescribed tests. You will be interviewed by the Academic Group that
offers your selected specialisation courses, and may be required to have gained
educational and work experience as a prerequisite to these courses.
For Masters by Coursework:
Please refer to the relevant programme webpages for the specific requirements
for individual programmes:
NIE Website (www.nie.edu.sg) > Higher Degrees > Masters by Coursework
The Postgraduate Diploma in Education is an example of teaching qualifications
required for application into the Master of Education programme.
Q: When can I apply for the programme?
For Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)*:
A: We have two intakes a year—in January and August. You are advised to visit the A Bachelor’s degree with honours at least at Second Class Upper level, a Master’s
NIE Website and look out for announcements in April/May and October/November degree in the relevant areas and the ability to pursue research in the candidate’s
to confirm if the programme will be open for application at any particular intake. proposed field of advanced study. Shortlisted applicants will undergo an interview
session as part of the selection process.
Application periods for the upcoming January 2021 Intake:
• Doctor in Education : 01 Apr – 15 Jun 2020 For Masters by Research*:
• MA (Leadership and Educational Change) : 01 Apr – 15 Jun 2020 A Bachelor’s degree with honours at least at Second Class Upper level in the
• PhD and Masters by Research : 04 May – 31 Jul 2020 relevant areas and the ability to pursue research in the candidate’s proposed
• Masters by Coursework : 11 May – 06 Jul 2020 field of advanced study. Shortlisted applicants will undergo an interview session
as part of the selection process.
Q: How can I apply for admission? *Note: You are advised to browse through the various Academic Groups’ webpages
to contact a potential supervisor in NIE before making a formal application. As a guide,
A: Applications are to be made online at:
you may wish to briefly introduce yourself, explain your research interests and mention
NIE website (www.nie.edu.sg) > Higher Degrees > Admissions > How To Apply the supervisor’s research that you find interesting.
NIE website (www.nie.edu.sg) > Our People > Academic Groups
Q: Is there an application fee?
A: A non-refundable application fee is payable as follows:
• $21.40 (inclusive of GST) per application for coursework programmes
• $53.50 (inclusive of GST) per application for research programmes
32 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 33Q: What are the IELTS / TOEFL requirements for admission? Q: How long is the candidature period?
A: International applicants whose first language is not English and graduates of A: Generally, the candidature periods are as follows:
universities with non-English medium of instruction are required to submit an
official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Masters by Coursework Masters by Research PhD EdD
Language Testing System (IELTS) score. These tests dates must be no more Minimum Maximum Maximum Maximum Maximum
than two years before the date of application.
Full-time 1 year 2-3 years Up to 5 years
Minimum TOEFL Score Up to 3 years Up to 5 years
Minimum Part-time 2 years 4 years Up to 7 years
Paper and Pencil IELTS Score
Internet-Based
Examination
However, the candidature period for some programmes may differ slightly. Please
Master of Arts (Leadership and refer to the relevant programme webpages for details.
600 100 7.0
Educational Change)
Master of Arts (Teaching Chinese
as an International Language)
500 61 6.0 Q: Can an International Student apply to study part-time in NIE?
Other Masters by Coursework 580 92 6.5 A: The Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) does not issue
Student Pass for part-time programmes. An international student who wishes
Doctor in Education 600 100 7.0 to pursue the part-time programme must have either a valid Employment Pass
Doctor of Philosophy and
or Dependent Pass from ICA to reside in Singapore throughout the course of
600 100 7.0 study. If the validity of the Employment Pass or Dependent Pass expired before
Masters by Research
the student can complete the part-time programme, NIE will have to withdraw
him/her from the programme as he/she does not have a valid pass to stay on in
Singapore.
Q: What are the GRE / GATE requirements for admission into PhD
and Masters by Research? For international students who are offered full-time study with the Institute, they
A: Except for graduates of the Autonomous Universities in Singapore, applicants will be issued Student Pass by the Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority
(ICA) in order to remain in Singapore throughout the course of study. The issuance
pursuing research programmes are required to submit a good Graduate Record
Examination (GRE) score, the test taken not more than five years before the date of of the Student Pass is subject to the medical clearance of the international students.
application.
In lieu of GRE, applicants from India may use the Graduate Aptitude Test in Q: Can I get my reporting supervisors of my organisation or friends to
Engineering (GATE) score of at least 90%, the test taken not more than three years write the academic referee reports required for PhD and Masters by
before the date of application. Research programmes?
GRE - Minimum score of 319 for both Verbal and Quantitative sections.
A: Applicants pursuing research programmes are required to submit two academic
referee reports to support their application.
Minimum score of 3.5 for Analytical Writing section.
An academic referee must be a faculty member who has taught you before in an
Autonomous Universities refer to Nanyang Technological University (NTU), academic capacity and be able to write about your academic capabilities as well as
National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore Management University your suitability for higher education.
(SMU), Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS), Singapore Institute of
Technology (SIT) and Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). Hence, you cannot get the reporting supervisors of your organisation, colleagues
or friends to write the referee reports.
34 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 35Q: What are the fees payable for the programmes? The following is a list of the scholarships administered by the Institute. Please
visit the NIE Website for more details:
A: Fees are reviewed every academic year. More details can be found at:
Programme Scholarship
NIE website (www.nie.edu.sg) > Higher Degrees > Admissions > Fees
• Master of Arts (Applied Psychology) Ong Tiong Tat Master’s Degree
Payment of fees can be done by Interbank GIRO or credit card online. We also • Master of Arts (Counselling and Guidance) Scholarship / Irene Tan Liang Kheng
Master’s Degree Scholarship1
accept NETS, cheque and credit card. • Master of Arts (Humanities Education)
• Master of Arts (Leadership and Educational Change)
• Master of Arts in Professional Education
Q: Is the SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy applicable to (Training and Development)
the higher degree programmes? • Master of Education (Early Childhood)
A: With effect from 1 July 2015, Singapore Citizens (SC) students aged 40 years and Masters by Research • Pradap Kow Scholarship2
above will pay fees that are 60% lower than the standard subsidised fees payable by • Nanyang Technological University
other Singaporean students who are below 40 years old. However, this is not applicable Research Scholarship2
to students paying full fees. For more information, please visit www.skillsfuture.sg.
Doctor of Philosophy • Nanyang President’s Graduate
Scholarship2
The SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy is applicable only to the MOE-
subsidised programmes. For the list of programmes, please refer to Masters by • Nanyang Technological University
Research Scholarship2
Coursework (MOE subsidised programmes) document:
NIE website (www.nie.edu.sg) > Higher Degrees > Admissions > Fees Doctor in Education Tan Poey Quee Doctor in Education
Scholarship3
1 Open to Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents. There is no separate application form. You may
Can SkillsFuture Credit be used for the higher degree
Q: programmes?
apply for the scholarships by indicating in the online application form.
2 Open to full-time applicants. There is no separate application form. You may apply for the scholarships by
indicating in the online application form.
A: Yes, it is applicable to all higher degree programmes offered by NIE. 3 Open to full-time and part-time applicants. The application form is available in the NIE Website.
SkillsFuture Credit is a grant from the Government to Singapore Citizens aged
25 and above. Q: When will I know the results of my application?
For more information, please visit www.skillsfuture.sg. A: You will be notified in November for the January intake and June for the August intake.
Q: Are there scholarships available? Q: Who can I contact if I have enquiries on the programmes?
A: Please refer to the following website for the list of scholarships/grants offered by
A: For admission and application related enquiries, please contact
NIE and external agencies: nieadmpp@nie.edu.sg.
NIE website (www.nie.edu.sg) > Higher Degrees > Scholarships & Awards
For administrative matters related to the programme such as time-table, study plans,
Please note that the University does not provide any assistance towards all travels please contact higherdegrees@nie.edu.sg.
or other costs nor does it guarantee employment to scholars on the successful
For specific academic enquiries related to the programme such as curriculum
completion of their degree candidature.
requirements, you may contact the appropriate programme leader. Please refer to
the relevant programme webpages under ‘Contact Us’ for the programme leader’s
contact details.
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38 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 NIE Postgraduate & Continuing Education Fair 2020 39Q:
FAQs
How do I progress onto a Master’s degree upon completion of a
NTU MiniMasters™?
A: Subject to meeting the entry requirements of the Master’s programme, participants
who aspire to further their studies may enroll in a Master’s programme with the
following options:
a) Transfer credits of up to 12 AUs of courses upon successful admission into a
ON NTU MINIMASTERSTM Master’s programme;
OR
b) Transfer credits of 16 AUs if they complete all four courses with a minimum grade
of at least C+ for each course offered by the MiniMastersTM. Upon successful
admission into its relevant Master’s programme, participants who choose this
option will be required to complete the remaining 14 AU of courses AND a
compulsory 2 AU general elective in order to meet the graduation requirements
of the Master’s programme.
Accreditation of courses completed under the MiniMastersTM to a Master’s
programme will be subject to the current accreditation policy:
Q: What is NTU MiniMastersTM certificate programme? • The grade obtained for the course must be at least a C+.
• The validity period for exemption/ credit transfer of a course is 5 years from
A: NTU launched a university-wide MiniMaster’s certificate programme in April 2020. the date of award of the course as reflected in the official result slip/transcript.
Each MiniMaster’s programme has half the academic load of a full Master’s
• The course must not have been used for exemption/ credit transfer into
programme. The course credits earned from a MiniMaster’s programme may
another programme.
be accepted as partial fulfilment of the requirements for a full Master’s degree,
which may be pursued at a later date. The National Institute of Education
at NTU currently offers 12 MiniMasters™ programmes in diverse and emerging
areas such as advanced pedagogical practices, drama education, and e-learning
Q: What are the NIE higher degree courses that can work towards
MiniMastersTM?
instructional design. Information in this FAQ are related to the MiniMastersTM
offered by the National Institute of Education only. A: The following table shows the MiniMastersTM and their relevant courses. Participants
have to complete four relevant 4-AU courses, with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, and
For more information, please visit http://pace.ntu.edu.sg/LifelongLearning/
apply to stack the four courses towards a MiniMastersTM.
Pages/MiniMasters.aspx.
MiniMastersTM Courses
Q: Why should I consider doing a NTU MiniMastersTM certificate Advanced Pedagogical Practices Compulsory
programme? • MTC901 Nurturing Learners and Learning
• MTC902 Designing Curriculum: Theory and Practice
A: Alumni and general public will widen their skills and boost their employability and
• MTC903 Assessment for Learning: Theory and
pursue intellectual enrichment at their own pace.
Practice
Upon being awarded a NTU MiniMasters™ successfully, the credits can be • MTC904 Facilitating Learning in the Digital Age
transferred into a relevant Master’s programme (subject to the prevailing Curriculum and Teaching Compulsory
accreditation policy, currently 5 years from date of award of the course). • MCT902 Designing the Curriculum
• MCT912 Curriculum and Program Evaluation
• MCT921 Theory and Practice of Authentic Assessment
• MCT935 New Media and 21st Century Learning
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