COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master of Education in Educational Studies (Thesis-Based) at Trent University is a research-intensive graduate program designed to develop advanced expertise in educational theory, research, and scholarly inquiry. The program requires students to complete a structured combination of core courses, research seminars, electives, and a major thesis. Students begin with 0.5 credit in EDUC 5010H, which provides foundational grounding in educational research and theoretical perspectives. They also complete an additional 0.5 credit selected from courses such as EDUC 5020H, EDUC 5030H, EDUC 5031H, EDUC 5032H, or EDUC 5210H, allowing them to engage with specialized areas of educational study. A significant portion of the program consists of 2.0 credits from EDUC 5940H, 5941H, 5942H, and 5943H, which support research development, methodology training, and thesis preparation. In addition, students complete 2.0 elective credits from approved graduate-level EDUC courses, enabling them to tailor their academic focus to specific interests in education. The central requirement of the program is the completion of a thesis, which involves conducting original, independent research under faculty supervision. This thesis allows students to make a scholarly contribution to the field of education while demonstrating advanced research skills. Overall, the program prepares graduates for doctoral studies or professional roles requiring strong research, analytical, and theoretical expertise in education.