COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master of Education (MEd) in Adult Education and Human Resource Development – course-based option is a graduate program designed to provide advanced knowledge and professional skills in adult learning, workplace education, and human resource development. Offered through the University of Regina, this program is intended for individuals seeking to strengthen their expertise in educational practice, training, and organizational development without completing a thesis or major research project. Instead, students complete a structured set of graduate-level courses that focus on applied learning and professional development. A key component of the program is the completion of an approved research methods course, such as ED 800, ED 801, ED 810, ED 815, ED 816, or ED 817, which provides students with essential skills in research design, data analysis, and evidence-based decision-making. The course-based format emphasizes practical application of knowledge in real-world educational and workplace settings, making it suitable for professionals working in schools, corporate training, government, or non-profit organizations. Overall, the program equips graduates with strong leadership, instructional, and organizational skills, enabling them to design, implement, and evaluate effective adult education and human resource development programs while advancing their careers in a variety of professional contexts.