The MEd in English Language Education programme seeks to develop in learners the ability to evaluate advanced literature, identify problems and design research strategies, and reflect on the significance of theory for practice. Upon completing the programme, students should be able to:
critically review and evaluate knowledge and perspectives in the area of study based on relevant theories and research findings in the international literature;
apply new understanding and research findings to reflect on their practice and make suggestions for improvement;
demonstrate leadership in the school context in the area of study;
design, conduct and report on a small-scale research project in the area of study;
use a variety of appropriate methods for collecting, compiling and analysing data; and
apply understanding of English as a linguistic system for planning and organizing effective English language learning.
Professional recognition
The Master of Education in English Language Education programme is approved by the Education Bureau of the Hong Kong SAR government:
as a recognized English language major degree programme;
as a qualification meeting the language proficiency requirement for English language teachers; and
for the Professional Development Incentive Grant Scheme for Language Teachers.
Entry requirements
Students admitted to the programme are required to have obtained:
recognized Bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent); and
normally, a recognized teacher’s qualification and at least two years of teaching or training experience.
Programme structure
Autumn 2023 intake and thereafter
Students admitted to the full programme are required to complete:
27 credit-units of core courses
Course code
Course title
Credit unit
ENGL8810EEF
English studies for language teaching
6
ENGL8815EEF
Investigating English in Context
6
ENGL8818EEF
Interdisciplinary studies for English language learning and teaching
6
EDU8823EEF
Applied linguistics and English language
6
EDU8831EEF
Understanding educational practice: Concepts, theories and changing contexts
3
and
At least 3 credit units of elective courses ^
Course code
Course title
Credit unit
EDU8891EEF
Quantitative research methods in educational studies
3
EDU8892EEF
Qualitative research methods in educational studies
3
^ Courses that will be offered may vary from year to year.
Teaching and learning
Year of study
Course code
Course title
Credit unit
1st year of study
ENGL8810EEF
English studies for language teaching Autumn 2023−Spring 2024
6
ENGL8815EEF
Investigating English in context Autumn 2023−Spring 2024
6
ENGL8818EEF
Interdisciplinary studies for English language learning and teaching Autumn 2023−Spring 2024
6
2nd year of study
EDU8823EEF
Applied linguistics and English language Autumn 2024−Spring 2025
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