Master of Science (Science of Learning) 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

47,807 SGDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Education and TrainingMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Advances in biology and neuroscience show how our brains and cognitive development are shaped by learning experiences and the environment. The Master of Science in Science of Learning (MSL) is a distinctive interdisciplinary programme where students will acquire a strong foundation in science of learning, and learn how the latest advancements in neuroscience, cognitive science, and technologies bear on fundamental questions of education--how people learn and the tools we can use to optimise learning. 

Students will have excellent opportunities to design progressive learning solutions and new experiences to meet Singapore’s smart and future-ready workforce.

  • The programme leverages the strength of the National Institute of Education (NIE) in education research and seeks to extend and integrate evidence-informed research into practice. For more than a decade, NIE has spearheaded education research and contributed to major advancements in knowledge and research to improve teaching and learning in Singapore schools and the wider education community.

    The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) has deep expertise in biological domains and cognitive neuroscience. Rich theoretical insights through cross-disciplinary integration from both the fields of education and neuroscience will foster the critical scientific discussions necessary for evidence-informed science of learning in education.

    The students will be experienced professionals in:

    • Early childhood, K12, Tertiary, and Adult education
    • Healthcare education
    • Professional and staff development
    • Quality assurance and regulation of educational institutions, e.g., Council for Private Education (CPE)
    • Continuing education and training (CET)
    • Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) practitioners interested in education and learning
    Graduates will be thought leaders and innovators in learning who will make important contributions in the following ways:

    • Critical thinkers, better informed prosumers*, and communicators of research in the fields of cognitive sciences, neuroscience, and education
    • Actively able to integrate learning in interdisciplinary fields for effective translation into teaching and learning
    • Able to advance a novel area of inquiry to optimise teaching and learning
    • Possess scientific expertise to examine the effectiveness of education practice and policy and develop new understandings to realise evidence-informed learning outcomes
    • Scientifically-proficient about knowledge of advancing technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience modalities, cutting-edge competencies and skills to develop learning optimisations
    • Nurture other educators to realise Singapore’s national goal of optimising and lifelong learning
    * Prosumers are both professionals and consumers who not only consume but also produce content

Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Advances in biology and neuroscience show how our brains and cognitive development are shaped by learning experiences and the environment. The Master of Science in Science of Learning (MSL) is a distinctive interdisciplinary programme where students will acquire a strong foundation in science of learning, and learn how the latest advancements in neuroscience, cognitive science, and technologies bear on fundamental questions of education--how people learn and the tools we can use to optimise learning. 

Students will have excellent opportunities to design progressive learning solutions and new experiences to meet Singapore’s smart and future-ready workforce.

  • The programme leverages the strength of the National Institute of Education (NIE) in education research and seeks to extend and integrate evidence-informed research into practice. For more than a decade, NIE has spearheaded education research and contributed to major advancements in knowledge and research to improve teaching and learning in Singapore schools and the wider education community.

    The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) has deep expertise in biological domains and cognitive neuroscience. Rich theoretical insights through cross-disciplinary integration from both the fields of education and neuroscience will foster the critical scientific discussions necessary for evidence-informed science of learning in education.

    The students will be experienced professionals in:

    • Early childhood, K12, Tertiary, and Adult education
    • Healthcare education
    • Professional and staff development
    • Quality assurance and regulation of educational institutions, e.g., Council for Private Education (CPE)
    • Continuing education and training (CET)
    • Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) practitioners interested in education and learning
    Graduates will be thought leaders and innovators in learning who will make important contributions in the following ways:

    • Critical thinkers, better informed prosumers*, and communicators of research in the fields of cognitive sciences, neuroscience, and education
    • Actively able to integrate learning in interdisciplinary fields for effective translation into teaching and learning
    • Able to advance a novel area of inquiry to optimise teaching and learning
    • Possess scientific expertise to examine the effectiveness of education practice and policy and develop new understandings to realise evidence-informed learning outcomes
    • Scientifically-proficient about knowledge of advancing technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience modalities, cutting-edge competencies and skills to develop learning optimisations
    • Nurture other educators to realise Singapore’s national goal of optimising and lifelong learning
    * Prosumers are both professionals and consumers who not only consume but also produce content

Admission Requirements

92+
6.5+
A Bachelor's degree in the following areas:
  • Psychology, Education, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Learning Sciences, or
  • Science- and technology-related area (e.g., Engineering, the Sciences), or
  • Mathematics or Statistics
OR
A Bachelor’s degree and relevant working experience, preferably in K-12 education, teacher professional development, continuing education and training or other relevant adult education.
OR
A relevant NTU FlexiMasters with good grades and relevant working experience, preferably in K-12 education, teacher professional development, continuing education and training or other relevant adult education.

1 Year
Jan

Domestic
38,160 SGD
International
47,807 SGD

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