In a nutshell
Dream of being an exceptional leader in the education sector? Make it happen with an online Master Of Education (Leading Education) with Edith Cowan University!
Designed for current and future school leaders, this is the course that teaches teachers.
Exploring the global perspective of education and its impact on the curriculum, you’ll learn how to drive continuous improvement across all areas of your educational organisation. From curriculum planning, and educational policies, to empowering staff and enhancing student and community outcomes.
You’ll graduate equipped with the skills and confidence to strategically and ethically lead your team and students to better learning outcomes.
Take your teaching career to the next level and become the educational leader communities need now more than ever. Delivered 100% online, you have the freedom to study in a way that works for you.
What you’ll need
To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
- A Bachelor of Education OR
- Bachelor level degree in any other field plus a Graduate Diploma of Education or Master of Teaching.
Special entry may be considered for students with a Bachelor level degree in another area or a three-year trained teacher, both supported by extensive professional experience.
Subject summary
In this education leadership course, the subjects you may study include:
CORE UNITS
- Leading Education in a Global Context
- Assessment in Education: Policies, Pedagogy and Equity
- Inquiry-Based Practice
- Advanced Seminar
SPECIALISED UNITS
- Leading in Challenging Contexts
- Leading for Improvement
- Leading Staff
- Leading Community Engagement
Why Edith Cowan University Online?

Edith Cowan University is consistently rated in the top Australian universities for student experience and teaching quality and ranked #9 in the world for quality education in 2020.
Accessible, Flexible and Accelerated: Study anywhere, anytime with our flexible online format delivered in accelerated mode, allowing you to earn your degree and put your skills into practice sooner
Fully Supported: Be supported throughout your study journey by a personal Student Success Advisor and online learning community of like-minded students and friendly, accessible staff.
Job-Ready Skills, Relevant to Industry: Gain a wide range of skills, identified and designed by industry experts, to meet the complex and evolving needs of the industry. Our accelerated program means you graduate and put your skills into practice sooner than traditional part-time study options.
Edith Cowan University provides ongoing support to all students enrolled in online courses that encourages them to reach their potential.