The popularity of Master of Education course is improving in India for keeping in touch with the modern educational pattern the world. This course has been launched at a number of universities and their accredited colleges and on successful completion of this course, candidates can gain capability of training students in a more interesting and scientific way and these candidates can get a competitive edge as compared to candidates without M. Ed qualification in the career as an educator.

This is a professional course offered by many colleges in India and the names of government colleges offering this course are given below:

• Government College of Education, Akola

• Government College of Education, Aurangabad

• Government BTI, Bilaspur, MP

• Government College of Education, Gwalior

• Government College of Education, Jabalpur

• Government College of Education, Khandwa

• Government College of Education, Rewa

• Government College of Education, Raipur

• Government College of Education, Chandigarh

• Government College of Education, Srinagar

• Government College for Girls, Chandigarh

A brief overview of Master of Education course:

Master of Education course covers specific research areas of methodology of education, role of modern universities, human rights and ultra modern training methodology, psychology of students according to different age levels, management of educational institutions, basic concepts of environmental science, education in modern teaching methods, education technology, social education to some extent and philosophical importance of education.

Eligibility for getting admission to the Master of Education course:

For seeking admission to the Master of Education course offered by government colleges in India, candidates must have completed their Bachelor of Education course from a recognized university and admission is offered by some institutions only to candidates with not less than 50% of marks in the B. Ed course. Admission of students to the M. Ed course in some colleges is done on the basis of their performance in entrance examination, while in some colleges, admission is based on the merit secured by candidates in the qualifying examination.

Why to choose M. Ed course?

A Master of Education degree offers knowledge to the candidates on different teaching methodologies and there is a heavy demand for individuals with Master of Education qualification in reputed international, government and private schools not only in India, but also in foreign countries. Even candidates, who are presently working as teachers can join this course since the course will be helpful for them in widening their teaching ability and skill. The course not only enables the individuals in enjoying the challenges and stimulation to master the subject, but also plays a crucial role in contributing towards the social science education. The course also develops the skills of individuals in research, critical thinking and curriculum development. In addition to working as teachers, professionals with M. Ed degree can also become school administrators and they can also go for a career in school counselor or psychologist. The program also develops research, writing and management skills of candidates that can be used in other fields as well. Therefore, Master of Education course can be chosen as a higher education option by candidates with Bachelor of Education course.