"I really had not expected to marry my school and work life with such intricacy."
Karen Klee (BSc, RN, MEd '16), professor, Faculty of Human Services, Fanshawe College
Develop your career through advanced graduate-level studies at Laurier’s Faculty of Education. Students can expect an exceptional learning experience with small classes led by award-winning faculty and leaders in their field who facilitate meaningful dialogue, curriculum connections and student engagement.
We offer two distinct programs of study within our Master of Education (MEd) program: one program with an Interdisciplinary focus for those more directly involved in teaching and learning at all age levels (May and September start), and a Student Affairs program for those interested in student affairs and services in a postsecondary setting (May start).
Please note that prospective students wanting to be certified to teach in Ontario in K-12 must pursue their Bachelor of Education. The Master of Education program does not lead to certification to teach in Ontario.
Blend of online and on-site courses.
Choice of Interdisciplinary or Student Affairs focus.
Part-time program with flexible class schedule.
The program requires the completion of eight half-credit courses and can be completed part-time in six consecutive terms (two years). Continuous enrolment is required for the duration of the degree.
With the exception of fully online courses, all MEd courses are offered in the late afternoon or early evening to accommodate traditional full-time work schedules.
Our Interdisciplinary focus provides professional learning across many employment sectors in areas such as collaborative learning and instruction, innovative education through emerging technologies, and high-impact practices for teaching, learning and leadership.
The Interdisciplinary program is attractive to educators, aspiring professionals, and professionals from a wide range of education-related disciplines, including health, corporate and not-for-profit organizations.
For those who begin our regular Interdisciplinary program with in-person components in May, we reserve a few spaces for full-time students each year. Full-time students complete the program in three consecutive terms (one year). For both full-time and part-time students, this program includes some Online courses, and some blended courses with in-person and online components.
Laurier Faculty of Education is offering an online MEd program that begins every fall. This MEd program is offered on a part-time basis and is focused on the Interdisciplinary field. This program is offered with with a blend of synchronous and asynchronous classes, with no need to attend any on-campus courses or meetings.
The Student Affairs field allows candidates to focus their master’s-level studies in student affairs and services and provides candidates with the requisite skills and knowledge to assume diverse roles within student affairs and services at higher-education institutions.
The student affairs field explores a cross section of student affairs services (e.g., academic support and services; academic advising; student life; residence education; wellness and recreation; and work, leadership, and volunteering) that impact the quality of students’ postsecondary experiences. The student affairs focus is appropriate for current student affairs professionals or those seeking a career in student affairs and services in postsecondary institutions. The Student Affairs program is only available at the Waterloo campus but we use the hyflex teaching option to accommodate those who cannot attend in person.
We use a variety of course delivery modalities to match student interest and need (see Program Details section). See the sample course schedules below for a list of required courses.
The MEd is a course-based program with no thesis option. Students complete five required core courses and three elective courses. The last course involves a capstone seminar that integrates the learning experiences of the participants with the program goals.
The MEd is a course-based program with no thesis option. Students complete five required core courses and three elective courses. The last course involves a capstone seminar that integrates the learning experiences of the participants with the program goals.
The student affairs focus is a course-based program with no thesis option. Students complete seven required core courses and one elective course. The last course involves a capstone seminar that integrates the learning experiences of the participants with the program goals.
"I really had not expected to marry my school and work life with such intricacy."
Karen Klee (BSc, RN, MEd '16), professor, Faculty of Human Services, Fanshawe College
Take the first step in your graduate education and apply to one of our graduate programs. Follow our three-step admission process — we’ll walk you through how to apply and prepare for your first day as a graduate student.
On a limited basis, the Faculty of Education offers one or two spaces in the Interdisciplinary program for Waterloo campus students wishing to complete the program on a full-time basis.
Students would take three courses in the first term, three courses in the second term and two courses in the final term. This option is not recommended for students in full-time employment.
After you have submitted your OUAC application, paid the non-refundable application fee, and Laurier has received your application, you'll receive an email from gradadmissions@wlu.ca advising you to upload the additional required documentation to Laurier’s Online Registration and Information System (LORIS).
An application for admission to our Master of Education (MEd) program must include:
Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential to graduate studies at Laurier. Applicants whose language of instruction during their previous postsecondary education was not in English must submit evidence of proficiency in English. If applicable, results from accepted testing services must be uploaded to LORIS.
Questions? Contact Mary Wilson, Associate Dean: Graduate Programs and Research, at mwilson@wlu.ca or Kristine Dyck, graduate program coordinator, at kdyck@wlu.ca.
“The Master of Education program at Laurier is highly engaging and supported a personal interest in learning about arts-based research within a diverse community of learners.”
Anneke McCabe, MEd graduate, Elementary Curriculum Leader: Arts, Social Studies, Environment, Upper Grand District School Board
Regardless of the type of graduate degree program you intend to pursue, financial planning is important. At Laurier, we want to provide you with as much information as possible about a variety of scholarship and funding opportunities and equip you with the skills to manage your finances effectively in the years to come.
Examples of jobs held by our graduates include:
ASPIRE is Laurier's professional skills development training program for graduate students. The program helps you craft an individualized, extracurricular learning plan tailored to your professional journey and entry to the workplace.
Learn about the interests of our faculty members. If you are looking for more information about this program, have questions, or want to set up a meeting, contact a member of our team.
Maria Cantalini-Williams
Professor
Mary Wilson
Associate Professor
Steve Sider
Professor
Avis Beek
Assistant Professor
Kathleen Clarke
Assistant Professor
Ardavan Eizadirad
Assistant Professor
Jennifer Holm
Assistant Professor
Julie Mueller (on sabbatical until Dec. 31)
Professor
Jennifer Straub
Assistant Professor
Kristine Dyck
Coordinator, Graduate Program Administration
Ursula Wolfe (on leave)
Coordinator, Graduate Program Administration
