Master of Education Science Education

Master of Education Science Education is a Masters program taught at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada. Intake: September. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.

The Master of Education in Science Education (MEd) offers opportunities to pursue research and professional interests in STEM Education, with an emphasis on science education. The program is designed for interests that connect teacher education and learning and teaching across elementary, secondary, and post-secondary levels, as well as industry and education-related organizations such as teaching and research institutions, government and private sector bodies, museums, and outdoor settings.

UBC delivers the program in person at UBC Vancouver. The program components are coursework plus options. UBC states that course-based programs do not include a thesis component, and students are not required to contact faculty members for thesis supervision for this program.

UBC states that graduate students will develop and enhance knowledge and practice in Science Education, and they will be equipped to advance the quality of education and/or assume leadership roles in the field.

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Education Science Education at University of British Columbia for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by University of British Columbia.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by University of British Columbia as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Education Science Education.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

• Minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC). The graduate program that you are applying to may have additional requirements.
• Prior Degree Requirements: One to two years’ of teacher education; or a four-year Bachelor’s degree in Education or Science. In special circumstances teacher education may be waived for those applicants who have a university with sufficient standing and experience related to their proposed field of study.
• Course Requirements: Normally 18 credits of senior course work or a professional concentration in the area of interest.
• Document Requirements: A resume or CV and a statement of intent clearly outlining the area of interest and focus for study. Applicants are encouraged to discuss their plans with a Department member before applying.
• Other Requirements: Required: A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience, that is paid employment in educational settings and/or roles.
• Application materials: Applicants have to submit 3 references to apply to this graduate program.
• Citizenship Verification: Permanent Residents of Canada must provide a clear photocopy of both sides of the Permanent Resident card.

• TOEFL: 6-point scale for tests taken as of Jan 21, 2026 — Overall score requirement: 4.5; Reading 4.5; Writing 4.5; Speaking 4.0; Listening 5.0. OR 120-point scale for tests taken prior to Jan 21, 2026 — Overall score requirement: 92; Reading 22; Writing 22; Speaking 22; Listening 22.
• IELTS (Academic): Overall score requirement: 6.5; Reading 6.5; Writing 6.5; Speaking 6.5; Listening 6.5.
• DET: Duolingo English Test — Overall score requirement: 125; Reading 120; Writing 130; Speaking 125; Listening 120.
• GRE: The GRE is not required.

Please check detail of study units at https://www.grad.ubc.ca/prospective-students/graduate-degree-programs/master-of-education-science-education

• TOEFL: 6-point scale for tests taken as of Jan 21, 2026 — Overall score requirement: 4.5; Reading 4.5; Writing 4.5; Speaking 4.0; Listening 5.0. OR 120-point scale for tests taken prior to Jan 21, 2026 — Overall score requirement: 92; Reading 22; Writing 22; Speaking 22; Listening 22.
• IELTS (Academic): Overall score requirement: 6.5; Reading 6.5; Writing 6.5; Speaking 6.5; Listening 6.5.
• DET: Duolingo English Test — Overall score requirement: 125; Reading 120; Writing 130; Speaking 125; Listening 120.
• GRE: The GRE is not required.

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