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See the degree grade →SLIIT’s Master of Education is a postgraduate programme for practising educators who want advanced pedagogical skills and leadership preparation. It offers a short (12‑month, SLQF Level 9) and an extended pathway (24‑month, SLQF Level 10) that enables eligibility for doctoral study after successful completion of the Level 10 route. The programme is taught at the Malabe campus with weekend scheduling and is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
First year work establishes foundations in educational theory, psychology, research, curriculum and leadership; second year advances higher education principles and requires an original dissertation for the extended pathway. Modules and codes listed on the programme are:
Applicants must hold one of the following:
The programme prepares graduates for roles such as educational administrators, curriculum developers, educational consultants and lead educators across schools and other educational institutions. The Level 10 pathway also opens progression to doctoral research and senior leadership positions in education.
The published programme page does not specify scholarships. Prospective applicants should check SLIIT central funding pages or contact the faculty for information on scholarships, employer sponsorship, or instalment/payment options; weekend delivery can help working professionals balance study and employment while seeking financial support.
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