Fully Online Master of Education

Make a difference in your career, community, and Canadian education.

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Start Dates

January, May, September

Duration

As few as 20 months*

*Through the course-based pathway with a full course load and year-round study. Time may be further reduced with transfer credits.

Delivery Mode

Fully Online & Asynchronous

Reimagine Inclusive and Impactful Learning

Grow as an education professional who is ready to lead, teach, and inspire with purpose. Advance your expertise through research-informed coursework that bridges theory and practice. Learn from experienced faculty and collaborate with peers dedicated to creating more effective, inclusive learning experiences.

Whether your goal is to lead institutions, design innovative curriculum, or enhance training and development, our M.Ed. empowers you to elevate your career, and the future of education.

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Master of Education in Adult Education

Inspire and empower adult learners across post-secondary, workplace, and community settings. Develop the skills to design meaningful, learner-focused experiences that address diverse needs and foster lifelong learning.

Career Outcomes

Prepare for a career focused on teaching, training, and program development in a variety of contexts:

  • Armed Forces
  • Polytechnic Institutions
  • Colleges
  • Social Work
  • Emergency Response
  • Training Departments
  • Human Resources
  • Universities 
  • Organizational Development

Master of Education in Educational Leadership Specializing in Educational Administration

Strengthen your capacity to lead learning and mentorship initiatives in K–12 environments. Gain the knowledge and skills to excel as a principal, vice principal, or department head who guides teachers and students toward success.

Career Outcomes

Address the challenges and opportunities unique to K–12 administration, in roles such as:

  • Department Head
  • Vice Principal
  • Department Manager
  • Program Coordinator
  • Principal
  • School Board Administrator

Master of Education in Educational Leadership Specializing in Leadership in Learning

Expand your leadership potential to shape learning experiences across corporate, community, non-profit, and post-secondary settings. Lead strategic initiatives that promote collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Career Outcomes

Prepare for a career focused on teaching, training, and program development in a variety of contexts:

  • Armed Forces
  • Polytechnic Institutions
  • Colleges
  • Social Work
  • Emergency Response
  • Training Departments
  • Human Resources
  • Universities 
  • Organizational Development

Master of Education in Curriculum and Pedagogy

Drive innovation in curriculum design and inclusive instruction to meet today’s diverse learning needs. Deepen your expertise in developing meaningful, research-informed educational practices that empower every learner to succeed.

Career Outcomes

Develop skills that uplift communities and shape educational systems in roles such as:

  • Curriculum Coordinator
  • Curriculum Specialist 
  • Director of Teaching and Learning
  • Education Program Manager  
  • Educational Developer 
  • Education Program Advisor
  • Instructional Designer 

Did You Know

Canadian educators with a master's degree earn up to 15% higher than those with a bachelor's degree.**

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The Yorkville University Advantage

Flexibility

Flexible Learning

Find the perfect balance between life and learning with our fully online and asynchronous program.

Study at Your Pace

Earn your degree in as few as 20 months or extend your program duration to up to 5 years to accommodate work and personal priorities. 

Year-Round Start Dates

Start your program as soon as you are ready with our January, May, and September start dates.

Resources & Support

Experienced Faculty

Receive expert guidance from our highly qualified and research-active faculty, all with Ph.D. and Ed.D. credentials.

Student Assistance

Our program advisors assist you every step of the way, from finding the right program to graduation, and beyond. 

All-Round Support

Prepare for success with our range of open access services covering both academic and wellness support.

Enhanced Learning

Personalize Your M.Ed. Program

Choose a research-based pathway to prepare for doctoral studies or deepen your practical expertise with our course-based pathway.

Study at Your Pace

Our M.Ed. is designed for education professionals in K-12, higher education, community programs, corporate learning and development, and non-profit organizations.

Apply Learning in Real Time

Choose a research-based pathway to prepare for doctoral studies or deepen your practical expertise with our course-based pathway.

Did You Know

Among Canadians with a master’s degree, 13% earned theirs in education and teaching, the second most popular field of study.**

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Yorkville University offers six programs that are designated in New Brunswick and are delivered online: a Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy (DCP), a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP), a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA General), a Master of Education in Adult Education (M.Ed), a Master of Education in Educational Leadership (M.Ed), and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Pedagogy (MECP). The New Brunswick campus also offers an online associate diploma in Interior Decorating, a Graduate Certificate in Education (GCE): Leadership in Social Justice, and a Graduate Certificate in Education (GCE): Teaching and Learning.

Yorkville University offers an Associate of Arts program and also offers a Bachelor of Business Administration (General), and with specializations in Accounting, Energy Management, Project Management and Supply Chain Management. These programs have received consent in British Columbia and are delivered on campus and online.

The Institution has been granted consent by the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills to offer the Associate of Arts for a 3-year term starting on 01/16/24, the Bachelor of Business Administration for a 4-year term starting on 06/17/25, and to use the term “university” for a 4-year term starting on 06/17/25.

In Ontario, Yorkville University offers a Bachelor of Business Administration in Project Management (BBA PM), a Bachelor of Interior Design (BID), and a Bachelor of Creative Arts (BCA), and a Master of Business Administration (MBA), all of which are delivered on campus and online.

The institution has been granted consent by the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security to offer the BBA PM for a 5-year term starting 01/28/25, the BID for 7-year term starting 01/28/25, and the BCA for a 7-year term starting 12/17/2020, and the MBA for a 5-year term starting 06/27/2025.