Education – Language, Culture & Teaching
The philosophy and curriculum of Graduate Program in Education is grounded in critical thought with an underlying commitment to equity and social justice. Language, culture and teaching are broadly defined areas of study. Highlights of the program include:
- Flexibility in scheduling and course selection
- Individualized programs of study and research with mentorship from recognized faculty supervisors
- Small classes for collaboration with peers
- Opportunities for teaching assistantships and/or research assistantships for full-time students
- Interdisciplinary courses offer a range of opportunities for academic inquiry across the social, historical and cultural contexts of education, as well as engagement with contemporary practices of teaching, learning and curriculum design
- Theoretical and practical interests include: anti-racist, multicultural, and feminist pedagogies; language and literacy; new information technologies; urban education and community studies; disability studies and education; global studies and international education; and post-secondary education
We also offer a professional Master of Leadership and Community Engagement (MLCE) part-time degree program to a cohort of students.
Graduate Diplomas in Education can be taken concurrently with the MEd or PhD or as stand-alone programs. Diplomas include:
- Early Childhood Education
- Education in Urban Environments
- Environmental/Sustainability Education
- Language and Literacy Education
- Mathematics Education
- Postsecondary Education: Community, Culture & Policy
Note: Our graduate programs do not lead to teaching certification.
MEd
Program Description
Program Components (including coursework)
- Major research paper AND
- Thesis OR
- Course work only
Average Program Length
Admission Requirements
Offered
- Fall Entry - available as a full-time OR part-time program
Application Deadline(s)
February 14, 2018 (Full-time Entry - Fall entry only)
March 14, 2018 (Part-time Entry - Fall entry only)
Because the number of applicants greatly exceeds the number of positions available, meeting our minimum admission requirements is not a guarantee of admission.
We encourage all applicants to submit complete documentation (including those submitted via MyFile - supplementary applications and referee recommendations) within two weeks of the application deadline. Review the Admissions process for timing.
Language Requirements
| Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) | 600 |
|---|---|
| Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) | 100 |
| IELTS (Academic Module) | 7.5 |
| York English Language Test (YELT) | Band 1 |
| YUELI | Level 6 with Distinction |
| MELAB | Overall score of 85, no component score less than 80 |
| CAEL | Overall score of 70, no component score less than 60 |
| Minimum CPE Score | C |
| Minimum CAE Score | B |
Number of Recommendations Required
3Other Requirement(s)
- Three Letters of Recommendation are required; two must be from academic references who can assess your academic potential, and one may be from a professional reference.
- Statement of Interest
- Resumé/CV
- MEd: One sample of written work
PhD: Two samples of written work
Completed Application Package means:
- Use York University's graduate studies online application
- Upload the required and supplementary documents and materials permitted for submission through MyFile. All other required documentation submitted by mail must be sent in a single package.
Exception: official transcripts sent to York directly from previous educational institutions. Official transcripts must come directly from, and bear the unbroken seal of, the issuing institution.
See graduate application checklist (PDF)
Mail or courier completed application package to:
Mail
York University
Office of Graduate Admissions
P.O. Box GA2300
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, ON
Canada M3J 1P3
Courier
York University
Office of Graduate Admissions
W322 Bennett Centre for Student Services
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, ON
Canada M3J 1P3
PhD
Program Description
Program Components (including coursework)
- Course work AND
- Comprehensive examination(s) AND
- Dissertation
Average Program Length
Admission Requirements
Offered
- Fall Entry - available as a full-time OR part-time program
Application Deadline(s)
January 10, 2018 (Full-time Entry - Fall entry only)
January 10, 2018 (Part-time Entry - Fall entry only)
Applications will continue to be reviewed; applications that were received by the deadline will be considered first.
Because the number of applicants greatly exceeds the number of positions available, meeting our minimum admission requirements is not a guarantee of admission.
We encourage all applicants to submit complete documentation (including those submitted via MyFile - supplementary applications and referee recommendations) within two weeks of the application deadline. Review the Admissions process for timing.
Language Requirements
| Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) | 600 |
|---|---|
| Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) | 100 |
| IELTS (Academic Module) | 7.5 |
| York English Language Test (YELT) | Band 1 |
| YUELI | Level 6 with Distinction |
| MELAB | Overall score of 85, no component score less than 80 |
| CAEL | Overall score of 70, no component score less than 60 |
| Minimum CPE Score | C |
| Minimum CAE Score | B |
Number of Recommendations Required
3Other Requirement(s)
- Three Letters of Recommendation are required; two must be from academic references who can assess your academic potential, and one may be from a professional reference.
- Statement of Interest
- Resumé/CV
- MEd: One sample of written work
PhD: Two samples of written work
Completed Application Package means:
- Use York University's graduate studies online application
- Upload the required and supplementary documents and materials permitted for submission through MyFile. All other required documentation submitted by mail must be sent in a single package.
Exception: official transcripts sent to York directly from previous educational institutions. Official transcripts must come directly from, and bear the unbroken seal of, the issuing institution.
See graduate application checklist (PDF)
Mail or courier completed application package to:
Mail
York University
Office of Graduate Admissions
P.O. Box GA2300
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, ON
Canada M3J 1P3
Courier
York University
Office of Graduate Admissions
W322 Bennett Centre for Student Services
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, ON
Canada M3J 1P3