The Master of Education (MEd) programme, delivered by Severn Business College in partnership with Euro American Education and awarded by the Euro American Institute (EAI) Malta, is meticulously designed for education practitioners and leaders seeking to advance their careers through advanced pedagogical and educational leadership training. Aligned with Level 7 of both the Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF) and the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), this fully online qualification confers internationally recognised credentials that significantly enhance career prospects within the education sector across Europe and the global market. The curriculum synthesises rigorous academic theory with pragmatic educational applications, delivered through a flexible distance-learning model tailored to the demands of working educators and administrators.
The MEd degree is conferred by EAI Malta, an institution licensed by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) as a Higher Education Institution (Licence No. 2024-032), authorising the delivery of Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral programmes across EQF/MQF Levels 6, 7, and 8. EAI Malta’s qualifications command broad international standing, recognised by approximately 57 signatory nations under the Lisbon Recognition Convention, as well as globally via the ENIC-NARIC network and the UNESCO Global Convention. Furthermore, as a designated World Education Services (WES) Digital Partner, EAI facilitates secure electronic credential verification, with all qualifications formally authenticated by a Maltese Public Notary to ensure absolute academic integrity and global mobility. Sample Certificate.
Applicants holding a relevant Level 7 qualification may qualify for advanced entry via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Up to 50% of course credits (exceedable in exceptional cases) may be exempted if prior learning outcomes align with the Master of Education (MEd) curriculum. Furthermore, credit transfer provisions is also available to facilitate progression to a top-up degree. To ensure contemporary relevance, prior qualifications must have been awarded within the preceding five years.
Subject to a 20% distance learning discount (15% + 5%), the MEd programme incorporating up to 50% or greater RPL exemption or a top-up pathway offers two payment options: (i) a £100 intention to study fee plus a £3950 full payment; or (ii) a £100 fee plus 12 monthly instalments of £350.
This reduced fee encompasses essential academic provisions, including tutorial support, learning materials, assessments, and certification. Prior learning will be evaluated by the Admissions team to determine eligibility and credit exemptions.
Candidates will be expected to satisfy the following requirements:
Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) or
Level 6 qualification (or equivalent) or
Mature applicant with A level (or equivalent) and work experience and
IELTS 5.5 or CEFR level B2 (if applicable)
EAI Master of Education (90 ECTS) consists of:
| Unit | Unit Level | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| Creating Positive Classroom Environments | 7 | 5 |
| Foundations of Education: Historical, Philosophical, and Social Perspectives | 7 | 5 |
| Strategic Curriculum Development and Pedagogical Planning | 7 | 5 |
| Theories of Learning and Their Pedagogical Applications | 7 | 5 |
| Identifying and Overcoming Obstacles to Student Achievement | 7 | 5 |
| Inclusive Pedagogies for Multicultural and Varied Learning Needs | 7 | 5 |
| Advanced Teaching Methods for Secondary Education | 7 | 5 |
| Effective Pedagogical Strategies for Elementary and Middle School Grades | 7 | 5 |
| Principles and Practices of Student Assessment | 7 | 5 |
| Developmental Psychology: Early Childhood | 7 | 5 |
| Developmental Psychology: Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood | 7 | 5 |
| Innovative STEM Pedagogy for Elementary and Middle School Education | 7 | 5 |
| Innovative STEM Pedagogy for Secondary Education | 7 | 5 |
| Global Perspectives in Education and Cultural Competence | 7 | 5 |
| Research Design and Professional Inquiry in Education | 7 | 5 |
| Educational Research Project (Dissertation) | 7 | 15 |
12-24 months
Distance Learning: Rolling Intake
£7800 (Distance Learning)
Full Payment: £100 + £6240
Instalment Payment: £100 + £369/mo for 18 Months
