M.Ed

MEd or Master of Education is a master degree course that deals with the study of new methods of teaching and educational research. The programme focuses on different aspects of education including instruction, curriculum, counselling, leadership, and educational technology. The regulatory body in charge of the MEd programme is the National Council of Higher Education (NCHE).

• MEd is of two years duration divided into four semesters. However, some universities/ colleges also offer a one-year duration MEd programme. The course is offered in various subjects and specialisations.
• Candidates can pursue MEd in distance education and regular mode. After the completion of the MEd course, candidates can choose to work not only as teachers but also as counsellors, administrators, headmasters, etc.

Know the complete requirements of the MEd course in terms of the required skillset, eligibility criteria, course curriculum, top entrance exams, and job profiles below.

MEd Eligibility

Candidates who meet the below-mentioned parameters fulfil eligibility criteria for MEd:

• Candidates should clear BEd (Bachelor of Education) from a recognised college/ university
• Candidates should clear BEd with the minimum required percentage (usually 50% - 60%) stipulated by the institution in which a candidate is applying 
• Candidates possessing BElEd (Bachelor of Elementary Education) or BAEd (BA Education)/ BScEd (BSc Education)/ MScEd (MSc Education) degree are sometimes also eligible to apply for the course depending on the policy of the institution in which they are applying  
• Additional weightage is sometimes given to candidates possessing a postgraduate degree in Sciences/ Social Sciences/ Humanities, teaching experience, and experience working in State Board of Secondary and Senior Secondary Education or Directorate/ Inspectors of Education in the states

MEd Entrance Exams

The admission process and selection criteria for MEd varies from university to university. While some universities/ colleges offer admission on the basis of merit determined through candidates’ marks in the qualifying exam (BEd/ BElEd/ BAEd/ BScEd/ MScEd), others conduct written entrance exams. MEd entrance exam pattern is such that candidates are usually tested on three parameters - Teaching Aptitude, Reasoning Ability and Language Proficiency.

Some of the popular MEd entrance exams are:

View the list of other popular Teaching & Education entrance exams conducted in India.

MEd Skillset

MEd is most apt for those looking to build a career in the field of teaching and academics. Some of the skills that candidates who wish to obtain an MEd degree should possess are mentioned below:

MEd Subjects & Syllabus

The syllabus of MEd lays emphasis on different pedagogy of learning techniques that help candidates develop the right technical finesse to become an educator. The course curriculum of MEd not only includes theory but also a great amount of practical work. As part of the practical experience, candidates are encouraged to prepare dissertations, join internships, pursue academic writing, and attend workshops and seminars.  

Given below are semester-wise core subjects that are mandatorily taught in MEd:  

It may be noted that apart from core courses there are also various specialisations that candidates can take up during MEd usually in the third semester. Some such specialisations include:  

MEd Jobs and Career Opportunities

A degree in Master of Education opens up ample career opportunities for students in the fields of teaching and education. A postgraduate in MEd can find promising jobs at places such as education consultancies, publishing houses, schools, colleges, coaching centres, research and development agencies, and so on.

Check out some of the popular MEd job profiles below:

• Teacher: A teacher teaches students in the classroom of a school. However, apart from that a teacher also serves many other responsibilities such as preparing lesson plans, marking work and giving proper feedback to students. A teacher sometimes also research new topic areas and devise new curriculum material.  
• Soft Skills Trainer: A soft skills trainer is responsible for delivering engaging as well as challenging workshops and seminars to the target audience. A soft skills trainer selects appropriate learning material for instructional purposes, monitors the effectiveness of training material, and also assesses the strengths and weaknesses of individuals to adjust the training as per requirement.   
• Career Counsellor: A career counsellor counsels students regarding different educational issues such as course and career selection, study habits, career planning, and class schedule. A counsellor also helps in the overall social/ emotional development of students.     
• Principal/ Head Master: A principal (sometimes also referred to as headmaster) has the responsibilities of supervising the staff, building relationships with students, performing different administrative duties and monitoring the school’s disciplinary codes. 
• Home Tutor: A home tutor is a person who offers personalised teaching services to students at their homes. A home tutor schedules tutoring appointments with students or their parents, monitors student performance and assists students in achieving better results in different subjects.   
• Online Tutor: As the name suggests, an online tutor provides teaching services to students in online mode through online discussion forums, video chats, etc. Major responsibilities of an online tutor include setting rules for online behaviour, helping students with the study of their weak subjects/ areas, and acting as a point of contact for student queries.  
• Instructional Technologist: An instructional technologist helps in improving technology integration in schools. In this capacity, an instructional technologist leads training seminars to help teachers meet certain technical standards, develops curriculum, design web-based learning tools, and conduct research.  
• Educational Administrator: A candidate with an MEd degree in educational administration has major responsibilities of developing advanced skills in curriculum design, teaching strategies, school finance, etc. An educational administrator establishes school policies, manages staff, and administers school funding. An educational administrator typically works in a K-12 setting.     
• Curriculum Developer: A curriculum developer is a professional who works with teachers to order books and other teaching material for instructional use and observes teachers make recommendations that could result in better student performance. A curriculum developer is also sometimes involved in the training of teachers.

After obtaining the MEd Degree, candidates get the opportunity to be recruited in companies/institutions. Some of the top recruiters for MEd students are: 

• Educomp
• FIITJEE
• TIME
• NIIT
• Vibgyor

MEd FAQs

Q. What is an MEd Degree?

Q. What is the educational qualification for MEd?

Q. How can I get admission to the MEd course?

Q. Which are the entrance exams for MEd?

A. Some of the MEd entrance exams are DUET, JUET, BHU PET, AMU Entrance Exam and Masters of Education Entrance Test.

Q. What is the duration of the MEd Course?

A. The MEd Course is of two years duration divided into four semesters. 

Q. Can I complete MEd in one year?

A. No, MEd is a two-year course and candidates compulsorily need to complete the course to get the Degree.

Q. Can I pursue MEd through correspondence?

A. Yes, you can pursue MEd in distance education. 

Q. What are the career opportunities after MEd?

A. After attaining the MEd Degree, candidates can choose to become teachers, counsellors, administrators, headmasters, tutors, etc.

Q. Can I get a job after pursuing MEd Degree?

A. Yes, candidates get recruited after the completion of the MEd Degree, if they fulfil the eligibility criteria laid down by the recruiter.

Q. Does MEd offer specializations?

A. Yes, MEd Degree offers various specializations including Special Education, Women Studies, Guidance, Counselling, etc.

Q. What is the benefit of doing MEd?