Master of Arts in Comparative Education

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The MA in Comparative Education is an innovative interdisciplinary program that synthesizes Islamic, African, Eastern, indigenous, and Western educational traditions. Rooted in a unique multiplex comparative framework, it is designed to equip students with the skills to address complex educational challenges across diverse sociopolitical and cultural contexts, including Qatar. Combining rigorous coursework, internships, and a research-based thesis, the program fosters ethical leadership, cultural relevance, and empirical research.

It supports graduates in emerging as innovative educators and leaders, capable of designing ethical, impactful solutions for pressing educational needs and driving meaningful reform at local and global levels.

Language

English

Program Duration

2 Years

Certification

Masters

Factsheet

• Program Focus
• Curriculum
• Admissions Requirements

The MA in Comparative Education program strives to develop educational professionals, educators, researchers, and leaders capable of analyzing and synthesizing aspects of theories and practices from diverse educational frameworks. The multiplex comparative approach of the program is designed to align with specific national contexts that students wish to specialize in, acknowledging the significant influence of Islam on cultural and societal norms. It allows students to study education from a perspective that considers Islamic heritage, global influences, and local contexts.

A 36-credit degree program, taught over two years in English, that includes:

• Six core courses (18 credits)

| Course Name | | --- | | Comparative Theories and Methods in Education | | Islamic Educational Philosophies and Practices in Child Education | | Child Development, Pedagogy, and Culture | | Educational Research Methodologies | | Comparative Ethics in Educational Processes | | Advanced Comparative Theories and Methods in Education | - A choice of two concentrations (6 credits)

• Curriculum Design, Assessment, and Technology

• Educational Leadership

| Course Name | | --- | | Educational Leadership: Values, Contexts, and Strategies | | Leadership for Excellence in Education | - A choice of one elective out of five options (3 credits)

| Course Name | | --- | | Creative Pedagogies: Play, Narrative, Inquiry, and Dialogue | | Educational Traditions and Reforms in Muslim-Majority Contexts | | Comparative Classics in Education | | Art, Aesthetics, and Beauty in Education | | Quantitative Methods and Analysis | - Thesis (9 credits)

Applicants seeking admissions to the Master of Arts in Comparative Education should have a bachelor’s degree in Islamic studies, education, sociology, psychology, teacher training, or a related field, with a strong academic record (minimum 3.0 GPA out of 4.0) from a recognized institution.

Applicants with bachelor’s degrees in areas of study that are not related to the aforementioned fields must demonstrate that they have completed post-bachelor’s coursework in education (e.g., a diploma or certificate) to indicate their foundational knowledge.

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