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Master of Educational Practice

<p>The Master of Educational Practice is a postgraduate programme that focuses on the practical application of educational theory in teaching and learning contexts. The programme bridges theory and practice, equipping educators with advanced pedagogical skills, reflective practice capabilities, and evidence-based teaching strategies for improving educational outcomes.

Duration
2 years
Next intake January 2027
Public tuition
Ksh 187,200
Ksh 374,400 total
Private tuition
Ksh 191,050
Ksh 382,100 total
Job market
Moderate
Market demand for graduates

The short answer

What it costs
Up to Ksh 187,200 a year at a public institution, Ksh 374,400 for the whole course. Up to Ksh 191,050 a year at a private one.The detail
Who can get in
A KCSE mean grade of N/A (Postgraduate) or above. There is another way in without it.The detail
How long, and when
Takes 2 years, full-time, part-time, online, with 0 months of attachment. Next intake January 2027, at 4 institutions.The detail
Where it leads
8 careers in the catalogue. The least exposed to AI is Early Childhood Strategist, at 10 out of 100.The detail

The programme

What you study, how long it takes, and how it is delivered.

Overview

Core areas of study include advanced pedagogy, reflective practice in education, curriculum implementation, educational technology integration, assessment for learning, inclusive teaching practices, educational research methods, ICT in education, classroom action research, and thesis writing. Students engage with both theoretical foundations and their direct application in educational practice.

The programme is offered by Moi University, Meru University of Science and Technology, and Karatina University, with Strathmore University listed as a college offering a related Masters in Educational Practice for Academics. The programme combines academic study with practical teaching improvement, focusing on enhancing classroom practice.

Students develop competencies in advanced pedagogy, reflective practice, curriculum implementation, educational technology, assessment design, inclusive teaching, action research, ICT integration, classroom research, and evidence-based teaching. The programme includes coursework, examinations, and a research thesis, with the first year focused on coursework and the second year on research and thesis writing.

The programme is delivered over two academic years with full-time and part-time modes available. Multiple teaching approaches include lectures, tutorials, seminars, practical classes, demonstrations, self-directed learning, and e-learning. The programme is designed for practising teachers, teacher educators, and education professionals seeking to improve their educational practice.

Graduates pursue careers as senior teachers, teacher educators, curriculum implementers, educational practice consultants, teaching and learning coordinators, and university lecturers in schools, teacher training colleges, universities, and educational organisations.

Skills Required

  • Advanced Pedagogy and Teaching Strategies
  • Reflective Practice in Education
  • Curriculum Implementation and Adaptation
  • Educational Technology Integration
  • Assessment for Learning Design
  • Inclusive Teaching Practices
  • Classroom Action Research
  • ICT in Education
  • Evidence-Based Teaching
  • Educational Research Methods

Key Subjects

  • Advanced Pedagogy
  • Reflective Practice in Education
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Educational Technology Integration
  • Assessment for Learning
  • Inclusive Teaching Practices
  • ICT in Education
  • Classroom Action Research
  • Educational Research Methods
  • Thesis Writing

Certifications

  • TSC Teacher Professional Development Certification
  • CEMASTEA Professional Development Certification

Specializations

Advanced Pedagogy

Focuses on advanced teaching strategies, pedagogical innovation, differentiated instruction, and developing effective teaching approaches for diverse learners.

Reflective Practice

Examines reflective practice theory, reflective teaching methods, self-evaluation of teaching, and using reflection for continuous professional development.

Educational Technology

Covers educational technology integration, ICT in teaching and learning, digital pedagogy, and using technology to enhance educational practice.

Assessment for Learning

Focuses on assessment for learning, formative assessment strategies, designing effective assessments, and using assessment data to improve teaching.

Inclusive Teaching

Examines inclusive teaching practices, differentiated instruction, universal design for learning, and supporting diverse learners in mainstream classrooms.

Action Research

Covers classroom action research methodology, practitioner research, using research to improve practice, and conducting research in educational settings.

What you study

10 subjects
  • Advanced Pedagogy
  • Reflective Practice in Education
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Educational Technology Integration
  • Assessment for Learning
  • Inclusive Teaching Practices
  • ICT in Education
  • Classroom Action Research
  • Educational Research Methods
  • Thesis Writing

Modules

10 in the programme

  • Advanced Pedagogy

    Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore

    Examines advanced teaching strategies, pedagogical innovation, differentiated instruction, and developing effective teaching approaches for diverse learners.

  • Reflective Practice in Education

    Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore

    Covers reflective practice theory, reflective teaching methods, self-evaluation of teaching, and using reflection for continuous professional development.

  • Curriculum Implementation

    Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore

    Examines curriculum implementation processes, translating curriculum design into classroom practice, adapting curricula, and managing curriculum change.

  • Educational Technology Integration

    Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore

    Covers educational technology integration, ICT in teaching and learning, digital pedagogy, and using technology to enhance educational practice.

  • Assessment for Learning

    Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore

    Examines assessment for learning, formative assessment strategies, designing effective assessments, and using assessment data to improve teaching.

  • Inclusive Teaching Practices

    Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore

    Covers inclusive teaching practices, differentiated instruction, universal design for learning, and supporting diverse learners in mainstream classrooms.

  • Educational Research Methods

    Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore

    Covers qualitative and quantitative research methodologies for conducting original research in educational practice, including action research methods.

  • ICT in Education

    Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore

    Examines ICT applications in education, educational software, digital learning environments, and integrating ICT into teaching and learning practice.

  • Classroom Action Research

    Year 2Semester 13 creditsCore

    Covers classroom action research methodology, practitioner research design, conducting research in educational settings, and using research for practice improvement.

  • Research and Thesis Writing

    Year 2Semester 212 creditsCore

    Original research thesis on an educational practice topic, demonstrating mastery of research methods and pedagogical theory, assessed through written submission and oral defence.

Specialisations

  • Advanced Pedagogy

    Focuses on advanced teaching strategies, pedagogical innovation, differentiated instruction, and developing effective teaching approaches for diverse learners.

  • Reflective Practice

    Examines reflective practice theory, reflective teaching methods, self-evaluation of teaching, and using reflection for continuous professional development.

  • Educational Technology

    Covers educational technology integration, ICT in teaching and learning, digital pedagogy, and using technology to enhance educational practice.

  • Assessment for Learning

    Focuses on assessment for learning, formative assessment strategies, designing effective assessments, and using assessment data to improve teaching.

  • Inclusive Teaching

    Examines inclusive teaching practices, differentiated instruction, universal design for learning, and supporting diverse learners in mainstream classrooms.

  • Action Research

    Covers classroom action research methodology, practitioner research, using research to improve practice, and conducting research in educational settings.

A day as a student

A typical day involves attending lectures on advanced pedagogy, reflective practice, or educational technology integration. Students engage in seminar discussions analysing teaching case studies, reflecting on classroom experiences, and examining evidence-based teaching strategies. Group projects involve designing lesson plans, developing assessment tools, or conducting classroom action research. Practical sessions include technology integration exercises, assessment design workshops, and reflective practice journals. Research methodology sessions prepare students for their thesis, with practical training in action research methods. The programme emphasises connecting educational theory to classroom practice, with students encouraged to apply learning directly in their teaching contexts. Guest lectures from experienced educators, CEMASTEA trainers, and international teaching practice experts provide real-world insights. Those in the thesis phase conduct action research in their own educational settings, working under faculty supervision.

The trade-offs

In its favourAgainst it
Programme bridges educational theory and classroom practice, directly improving teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes.Programme is offered at only three public universities, limiting geographic access for prospective students.
Programme includes action research, enabling teachers to conduct research in their own classrooms and directly apply findings to improve practice.No private university offers this specific programme, limiting options for students preferring private institution environments.
Programme develops reflective practice skills, supporting continuous professional development and evidence-based teaching improvement.Programme may overlap with other MEd specialisations in curriculum studies or educational technology, potentially causing confusion about distinct value.
Graduates can pursue career advancement as senior teachers, teacher educators, and teaching and learning coordinators.Focus on classroom practice may limit career flexibility compared to broader MEd specialisations in educational management.

What it costs

Tuition at both ends of the market, and how to pay for it.

What it costs, and where

Against 243 education courses
Public187k to 187k
187k at Moi University187k at Moi University
Private165k to 191k
165k at Kabarak University191k at Africa International University

Annual tuition in Kenyan shillings, rounded. The upright tick is the median for this field, so a bar sitting entirely to its right is an expensive programme by the standards of its own subject.

The fine print

Moi ~187K/yr (worldscholarshipforum). Karatina unverified. Kabarak 165K/yr (KabU PDF), AIU 191K/yr (AIU site).

HELB postgraduate loans are available for Kenyan students. TSC may grant study leave with sponsorship for teachers pursuing postgraduate education. CEMASTEA may sponsor teachers for professional development. The programme's practical focus attracts teacher development funding.

Funding options

  • HELB Postgraduate Loan

  • TSC Study Leave Sponsorship

  • CEMASTEA Training Sponsorship

Scholarships

3 recorded

  • HELB Postgraduate Loan

    LoanKsh 200,000Kenyan

    Kenyan students pursuing postgraduate studies at recognised universities.

  • TSC Study Leave Sponsorship

    ScholarshipKsh 157,750Kenyan

    TSC-employed teachers may be granted study leave with sponsorship for postgraduate education in educational practice.

  • CEMASTEA Training Sponsorship

    ScholarshipKsh 150,000Kenyan

    CEMASTEA may sponsor teachers for professional development in educational practice, particularly in mathematics, science, and technology education.

Scholarships you could apply for

2 usable where it is taught
Save one and be reminded before it closes

Getting in

The grades, the alternatives, and who accredits the award.

What you need

KCSE mean grade
N/A (Postgraduate)minimum entry
Alternative entry

The programme runs for two academic years with two semesters each lasting fourteen weeks. Multiple teaching approaches include lectures, tutorials, seminars, practical classes, demonstrations, self-directed learning, and e-learning. Designed for practising teachers, teacher educators, and education professionals seeking to improve their educational practice.

When it next starts

Taught at 4 institutions
January 20274 institutions

Including Meru University of Science and Technology, Moi University, Strathmore University.

May 20274 institutions

Including Meru University of Science and Technology, Moi University, Strathmore University.

September 20274 institutions

Including Meru University of Science and Technology, Moi University, Strathmore University.

How you are assessed

4 components

  • Continuous Assessment

    Coursework30% of the mark

    CATs, pedagogical analysis essays, reflective practice journals, lesson design exercises, and seminar presentations conducted throughout each semester.

  • Practical Projects

    Practical30% of the mark

    Practical assessment involving lesson design, assessment tool development, technology integration projects, and classroom action research exercises.

  • Final Examination

    Examination40% of the mark

    End-of-semester examination covering pedagogy, reflective practice, curriculum implementation, and assessment theory, including essay questions and case analysis.

  • Research Thesis

    Research100% of the mark

    Original research thesis on an educational practice topic, typically involving action research in the student's own teaching context, assessed through written submission and oral defence.

Accreditation

  • Commission for University Education (CUE)

    Academic accreditationRequired

    Programme accredited by CUE. Moi University, Meru University of Science and Technology, and Karatina University are all CUE-accredited public universities.

  • Teachers Service Commission (TSC)

    Professional certification

    TSC manages teacher professional development in Kenya. The programme aligns with TSC teacher professional development standards and supports career advancement.

The programme is accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE). Moi University, Meru University of Science and Technology, and Karatina University are all CUE-accredited public universities. The programme aligns with TSC teacher professional development standards.

Where it leads

The roles it opens, and what you leave with.

Where graduates go

6 roles

  • Senior Teacher

    High demandKsh 70,000 to Ksh 250,000

    Teaches with advanced pedagogical expertise in schools, applying evidence-based teaching strategies, reflective practice, and technology integration.

  • Teacher Educator

    Moderate demandKsh 85,000 to Ksh 350,000

    Trains future teachers in teacher training colleges or universities, sharing advanced pedagogical knowledge and reflective practice skills.

  • Curriculum Implementer

    Moderate demandKsh 80,000 to Ksh 300,000

    Supports curriculum implementation in schools or education offices, helping teachers translate curriculum design into effective classroom practice.

  • Teaching and Learning Coordinator

    Moderate demandKsh 85,000 to Ksh 320,000

    Coordinates teaching and learning initiatives in schools or educational organisations, supporting teacher development and practice improvement.

  • Educational Practice Consultant

    Low demandKsh 90,000 to Ksh 400,000

    Provides consulting services on teaching practice, pedagogical improvement, and professional development for schools or educational organisations.

  • University Lecturer

    Moderate demandKsh 90,000 to Ksh 400,000

    Teaches and conducts research in education at universities, contributing to teacher education and educational practice scholarship.

Graduate outcomes

Graduates pursue careers as senior teachers, teacher educators, curriculum implementers, and teaching and learning coordinators in schools, teacher training colleges, and universities.

Where these fields lead

8 careers

Tools you will learn

  • Google Classroom

    SoftwarePrimary

    Educational technology platform for managing classroom activities, assignments, and student engagement in teaching practice.

  • SPSS

    SoftwarePrimary

    Statistical analysis software for action research, classroom data analysis, and educational practice research.

  • Microsoft Teams for Education

    Software

    Collaboration platform for educational practice, supporting online teaching, group work, and professional learning communities.

  • NVivo

    Software

    Qualitative data analysis software for action research, analysing classroom observations, interviews, and reflective journals.

Common misconceptions

  • Educational practice is just about teaching techniques.

    The programme covers comprehensive educational practice including pedagogy, reflective practice, curriculum implementation, assessment, technology integration, and action research, connecting theory to practice.

  • This programme is only for classroom teachers.

    Graduates work as teacher educators, curriculum implementers, teaching coordinators, and educational consultants, applying practice expertise across diverse education roles.

  • Practising teachers do not need a master's degree.

    Advanced study in educational practice develops evidence-based teaching skills, reflective practice, and research capabilities essential for career advancement and educational improvement.

  • Educational practice is the same as curriculum studies.

    While related, educational practice specifically focuses on the application of educational theory in teaching and learning, including pedagogy, assessment, and reflective practice, distinct from curriculum design.

  • This programme has limited career prospects.

    Kenya's education quality improvement efforts, competency-based curriculum implementation, and teacher professional development create demand for advanced educational practice expertise.

  • Reflective practice is just thinking about teaching.

    Reflective practice is a systematic approach to professional development involving critical self-analysis, evidence-based improvement, and continuous learning from teaching experience.

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