Why study the SCU Master of Education online?
Gain specialised skills
Study a general degree or opt to specialise
Experienced academics
Learn from experienced primary and secondary academics
Become an effective leader
Learn effective leadership in the school and classroom
Progress your career
Supports the next step in your educational career
Flexible online learning
Accelerated, online learning designed for busy teachers
Affordable course fees
One of Australia’s most affordable online M.Ed degrees
How does online study work with SCU?
- With no exams, you’ll learn through quizzes, videos, interactive presentations and more.
- Connect with academics and students through online chat platforms and discussion boards.
- Access support throughout the course, including feedback from a learning coach and a dedicated student success advisor from enrolment through to graduation.
- Live classes are optional but encouraged for networking, while the course is self-paced.
- To make the most of your learning experience, we recommend dedicating around 20 hours per week to your studies.
A typical study period at SCU Online
Early exit option
Our Master of Education has flexible exit option with a Graduate Certificate in Education.
Graduate Certificate
4 Units, or continue studying
Masters Degree
+ 4 Units
Study a general Master of Education or specialise your degree
With a Master of Education from Southern Cross University, you’ll be prepared for all the challenges that come with a fulfilling career in education. You can specialise your postgraduate education degree in Educational Diversity and Inclusion, Educational Leadership or Educational Wellbeing, with more details on these specialisations below. You also have the option to choose elective units from both of the specialisations to gain a generalist M.Ed degree.
Educational Inclusion and Diversity
Advance inclusive education practices with a Master of Education specialising in Educational Inclusion and Diversity.
Be informed and critically reflect on inclusion, diversity and disability perspectives, delving into the pedagogy underpinning educational inclusivity. Gain the knowledge to maximise student wellbeing by elevating theory to practice, working actively to remove barriers to effective, meaningful learning in educational settings to provide genuine opportunities for all students to learn.
Educational Leadership
Drive leadership and business strategies in educational contexts.
The online Master of Education with a specialisation in Educational Leadership prepares you with the skills you need for successful educational administration. From strengthened decision making to leadership traits, this degree equips you with the business skills you need to become an effective administrator.
Master of Educational Wellbeing
Lead wellbeing initiatives across your school community.
The online Master of Education with a specialisation in Educational Wellbeing prepares you to lead wellbeing initiatives across your school community. Gain the specialised skills you need to build thriving, healthy environments for both students and teachers alike, as well as the tools you need to respond to diverse learning needs.
