Master Degree in Adult Education
Join over 15,000 international students from Europe, USA and the rest of the world.
MDCI has developed a unique partnership with University of South Africa (UNISA) to offer locally supported distance education programmes specifically for working people.
UNISA – The “MEGA” University
The main partner of MDCI for this programme is the highly regarded University of South Africa (UNISA) – classed as one of the 11 leading very large universities. Founded in 1873, UNISA gained its University Royal Charter in 1876. It became the world’s first completely Distance Education University in 1946.
We can now offer: the degree of master of education - with specialisation in adult education
Purpose
This programme aims to equip students with advanced theoretical knowledge, professional skills and applied competence by means of Educational Research in aspects of the Adult Education. A field-specific portfolio module gives students the opportunity to interact creatively with the course work in their work environments.
How it Works
The method of teaching this course is highly innovative. We call it “locally supported distance education” : learning through University supplied materials and MDCI administration and resource centres. It is based on MDCI “On- location” method of teaching which is so successful for postgraduate study here in the Middle East.
Locally Supported Distance Education
A specially designed study method based on Unisa’s extensive competence in distance education. This expertise is supplemented locally by MDCI’s considerable experience in supporting over 500 postgraduate students close to their homes but distant from the university.
Advantages of Locally Supported Distance Education
· Flexibility: you study at your own pace · Convenience: you study from home · Local administrative support: through MDCI’s regional offices · On-line support: through Unisa’s Student on Line (SOL) system · Telephone and email support: from Unisa faculty · On-line library access: for the your all-important research materials (journals, books, papers, etc) · Textbook ordering facility: speedy service at reasonable prices for your books.
curriculum
The curriculum comprises 5 modules and a dissertation of limited scope.
THE MODULES ARE AS FOLLOWS:
One fundamental module:
· Research methodology (MEDRES-9)
PLUS three core modules:
· Portfolio (MEDFOL-F) · Adult learning facilitation (MEDAE1-R) · Adult development and the world of work (MEDAE2-5)
PLUS one elective module from the following: * This module will only be offered from 2004.
· Cognition and learning (MEDEP1-W)* · Curriculum practice (MEDCR2-V) · Curriculum theory (MEDCR1-4) · Design and development of distance education materials (MEDOP2-Y) · Education, globalisation and development (MEDCO2-P)* · Education in comparative and international perspective (MEDCO1-N)* · Family, school and community life in a contemporary society (MEDSO1-C)* · Global perspectives on Early Childhood Education (MEDEC1-3)* · Historical roots of contemporary issues and dilemmas in education (MEDHE2-J) · Learning support in Education for All (MEDSN2-B) · Theoretical frameworks in Education (MEDPE1-C) · Theoretical frameworks in educational research (MEDPE2-D) · Peace education and conflict resolution (MEDSO2-D)* · Personality development and behavioural problems (MEDEP2-X)* · Teaching and learning in Early Childhood Education (MEDEC2-4)* · Theoretical and practical perspectives on Education for All (MEDSN1-A) · Theoretical foundations of education: multidimensional perspectives (MEDHE1-H) · Towards a theory of distance education (MEDOP1-X)
completion of curriculum
Students are strongly advised to enroll for this qualification in the following manner:
The extent of the work in the five structured modules is such that students will find it very difficult to complete all the requirements in one year.
Students who have completed the course work but have performed unsatisfactorily in the portfolio module, will not be allowed to proceed with the dissertation of limited scope. In meritorious cases, such students will be allowed to resubmit the portfolio. In general, however, such students will exit the programme with the Postgraduate Diploma in Adult Education. This exit point also exists for students who decide against proceeding with the dissertation of limited scope.
duration of study
The degree cannot be completed in under TWO YEARS.
admission
An approved Hons BEd degree or equivalent according to the NQF (National Qualification Framework), indicating some research competence.
Students will be given RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) if they can produce a portfolio of evidence or undergo any other recognised means of assessment that shows that they meet the outcomes and assessment criteria specified.
pass and pass with distinction
In the calculation of the final mark for the degree, the weight of the five modules combined shall be 50% and that of the dissertation of limited scope 50%.
To be awarded the degree with distinction, a candidate shall obtain an aggregate of at least 75% for the five modules combined as well as at least 75% for the dissertation of limited scope.
Course Fees
1st Year-US$3450 2nd Year-US$3890
The fees do not include costs of visits (including travel and accommodation) by the student to the main campus, if required by the University.
Enquiries can be addressed to:
Management Development Centre International, P.O. Box 26305Manama, Bahrain
Tel 00973 9676856 or 00973 216002 Fax 00973 216007 e-mail: mdcimkt@batelco.com.bh |
