MEd Programme with Languages Specialisation
The Master of Education with Languages Specialisation is a 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time degree.
Overview
This specialisation sits within the MEd by Coursework and Research Report and focuses on language, literacy, and applied linguistics in education.
It equips students to address the complex realities of multilingual classrooms and to lead improvements in literacy teaching, language policy, and educational practice.
Career Opportunities
Graduates from this programme may pursue roles such as:
- Language education specialist
- Literacy development coordinator
- Applied linguistics researcher
- Language-in-education policy advisor
Curriculum
The core components of the programme focus on developing advanced research and disciplinary expertise in language and literacy education. They include:
- Research Design module
- Research Report
- Three coursework modules, selected with a focus on language and literacy
Relevant coursework modules may include:
- Paradigms and Methods in Applied English
- Critical Literacy
- Language Learning and Academic Literacy
- Language-in-Education Policy and Planning
Entry Requirements
- BEd Honours or pre-2002 BEd
- Equivalent qualification from another university
- A four-year degree or equivalent
- In exceptional cases: 10 years’ experience + a 3-year qualification + proven research competence
- Or a degree plus a Higher Diploma in Adult Education with at least 3 years’ experience in adult education
University Application Process
- Applications are handled centrally by the Student Enrolment Centre (SEnC). Once your application is complete in terms of requested documentation, your application will be referred to the relevant School for assessment. Click here to see an overview of the Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ applications process. Refer to Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ postgraduate online application guide for detailed guidelines.
- Please apply online. Upload your supporting documents at the time of application, or via the.
- Applicants can monitor the progress of their applications via the .
- Selections for programmes that have a limited intake but attract a large number of applications may only finalise the application at the end of the application cycle.
Please note that the Entry Requirements are a guide. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee a place. Final selection is made subject to the availability of places, academic results and other entry requirements where applicable.
International students, please check this section.
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University Fees and Funding
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For information about postgraduate funding opportunities, including the postgraduate merit award, click here. The University's Postgraduate Funding portal is a database of scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities available to Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ postgraduate students. Please also check your School website for bursary opportunities. The National Research Foundation (NRF) offers a wide range of opportunities in terms of bursaries and fellowships to students pursuing postgraduate studies. The Bursaries South Africa website provides a comprehensive list of bursaries in South Africa.