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What do I need to know about this cohort?
What do I need to know about this cohort?
The Faculty of Education is offering a blended Master of Education Cohort program for teachers interested in furthering their expertise in health, physical education, comprehensive school health and more! The next cohort is planned for Summer 2026. Check out the information below for FAQs. Click here for key dates and application information.
Who is this program for?
Who is this program for?
Although our HPE MEd Cohorts are offered under the Elementary Education Masters program, it is certainly not limited to elementary teachers! Our cohorts thus far have included high school HPE specialists, consultants, elementary HPE specialists and generalists, administrators and more - from all across Canada! The purpose of a graduate degree is to examine theory and background in an area (HPE in our case) and then enable and support students to apply these learnings to their own particular context. In fact, according to John Dewey (1938), the context you are in is one of the most important things! Essentially, if you are interested in furthering your learning and professional growth in HPE, and then implementing your knowledge/ skills in your unique context - this is the program for you!
I am an Alberta student, can I take the Leadership Quality Standard certification courses while I'm in the cohort?
I am an Alberta student, can I take the Leadership Quality Standard certification courses while I'm in the cohort?
Thanks for asking. Why yes, yes you can! We have had a number of students in the cohorts thus far take EDU 520 and EDU 521 as part of their cohort experience. It involves swapping out 2 of the other courses and we can help you figure it out.
I know this is a course based program but is there a thesis option?
I know this is a course based program but is there a thesis option?
There sure is! We have had past students switch to a thesis program part way through the cohort. If you are interested in this option, you just need to let us know and we can work it out - usually after the first year is complete. Thesis topics thus far have included mental health, teacher burnout, health education and loose parts play!
How much does the program cost?
How much does the program cost?
Fee Estimate* (based on 2024 - not inclusive of books, travel, etc. - tuition only)
Summer On Campus Courses
•4 @ $1500 = $6,000
Fall/ Winter/ Spring Courses
•6 @ $1500 = $9,000
Total estimated cost of the program: $15,000
How much time will I need to spend on course work while I'm also a working professional?
How much time will I need to spend on course work while I'm also a working professional?
The Summer courses (4 total) are each 1 week long so are quite intense for the 5 days and then - over! Readings for both courses are commonly available before the start date. The first Fall course is online and students usually find that one the hardest as they adjust to studying, engaging in discussions, reading and completing assignments for the first time - all while they're working full time! We certainly recommend taking something off your plate that term (coaching, help with kids, etc.) to enable finding a rhythm. The Fall (2) and Winter (2) courses run online over 13 weeks, are asynchronous with opportunities for synchronous and you should count on between 6-9 hours a week (on average) for course-related activities. The Spring (2) online courses run for 6 weeks and therefore the time required is a bit more intense. Of course, everyone is different so you'll have to find your groove!
I'm from outside of Edmonton, where can I stay?
I'm from outside of Edmonton, where can I stay?
1. Campground within a 23 minute bike ride (12 minutes by car): http://www.rainbow-valley.com/
2. On-campus dorm-type or basic hotel-type rooms: https://conference.ualberta.ca/accommodation
3. Hotels are available everywhere - some close some far, some on LRT, some not. We will be meeting in the Education South Tower on campus if you are Googling things...
4. AirBnB, Vrbo, etc. - same as above.
5. Looking to share and cut costs? We can connect you with the cohort to discuss!
Why yes, yes there is! Here's a few for starters...
1. RIVER VALLEY - rent a bike (or borrow one from Doug),grab an eScooter, walk, run, skate - Edmonton has the largest urban parkland in the world!
2. Elk Island National Park - 1/2 hour outside the city this is the best, least-known National Park! For those from outside Alberta, consider a weekend in Jasper or Banff in between the two Summer courses.
3. Whyte Avenue - more hipsters, restaurants and bars than you'll ever need.
4. Hang out with the awesome faculty members who teach in the cohort.
5. Socialize with your fellow cohorters (I mean, that's why we do the summers together!).
Parking on Campus?
Parking on Campus?
Is expensive... See here for rates. Closest spots are the Education Car Park, Jubilee or Stadium (the last 2 are $1/day cheaper...).
If you want free parking, you can go East of 109 street in the residential area and usually find a spot within a 12-15 minute walk. You can also access a UAlberta transit rate card so you can also bus or LRT on in.
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