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    Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (MEd)

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    Vancouver, CAMEdIn-person30 months
    CA$51,316.00
    Tuition
    over 30mo
    44.4%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    25
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    CA$168.00
    App fee

    Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (MEd) at University of British Columbia is a 30-credit, 30-month, in-person MEd program based in Vancouver, CA. Tuition is CA$51,316.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary program with core courses in early childhood education and related courses from other departments. Focuses on theorizing early childhood, research methodologies, curriculum, instruction, assessment, evaluation, and cross-departmental inquiries.

    Focus: coursework
    QS: 10th in North America (Faculty of Education) | 2nd in Canada (QS, Times Higher Ed)
    Part-time option

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    After the program

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    3 years (PGWP)

    $18,505.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (MEd) at University of British Columbia cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (MEd) at University of British Columbia is CA$51,316 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (MEd) at University of British Columbia online or in-person?
    Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (MEd) at University of British Columbia is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (MEd) at University of British Columbia take to complete?
    Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (MEd) at University of British Columbia is structured around 30 months and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (MEd) at University of British Columbia?
    Per the program's published guidance: 76% (B+ range)
    How competitive is Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (MEd) at University of British Columbia?
    Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (MEd) at University of British Columbia reports an acceptance rate of approximately 44.4%.