Global Studies in Education
This specialisation builds upon the traditions of comparative and international education as well as philosophy and sociology of education to explore and research the global dimensions of education.
Why study Global Studies in Education?
This specialisation builds upon the traditions of comparative and international education programmes to explore the global dimensions of education. It provides opportunities to address themes such as globalisation, internationalisation, bicultural, multicultural and intercultural education, policy, popular cultures, inequalities and global citizenship.
Our courses are suitable for educators in all sectors of the community.
Required papers
- GLOBE587 Globalisation, Cultures, Identities and Education
- And at least 30 points from:
- GLOBE507 International Educational Development
- GLOBE503 Indigenous Educational Achievement and Worldview
For required research methods and research papers, please see above.
You may choose further papers from any subject or specialisation offered for the Master of Education, or from the Master of Educational Leadership.
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