Master of Education in Social-Emotional Learning, Mindfulness and Yoga

The course teaches students comprehensive and specialised subjects informed by the empathetic analysis of contemporary scenarios by leaders and educators, enhancing students' abilities to foster healing and social change. As such, the course responds to the challenges of a diverse global community by delving deep into mindfulness, social-emotional learning and yoga as apt mechanisms of social healing and transformation.

The course is a novel and timely endeavour to empower students to enrich their pedagogical approaches, cultivate a deeper understanding of personal wellness practices, broaden their repertoire in yoga instruction, and enhance their ability to focus on transformations in the domains of education and leadership. This experiential program will inspire and facilitate an ambience that will promote positive behaviours, elevate student performance, and enrich the well-being of the entire sorority. Throughout the duration of the course, students will develop expertise in methods and pedagogical frameworks that will equip them to teach and lead in a manner that is trauma-informed, equitable and accessible. Consequently, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the transformations that will utilise their proficiency as a healing-centred community builder.

• Target Audience

  • Ages 19-30, 31-65

• Target Group

  • The course is suited for individuals who desire to enhance their knowledge and deepen their understanding of transformative teaching and leadership within the field of education. It encompasses a comprehensive exploration of educational theories, innovative teaching methodologies and leadership strategies aimed at healing and social change. This course is designed to equip individuals with professional skills required for pursuing impactful careers in education and leadership roles in government and private sectors. It lays the groundwork for individuals considering advanced studies at the doctoral level in education or related fields. The target group should be prepared to pursue substantial academic studies fitting to the MQF/EQF 7 level.

• Mode of attendance

  • Fully Online

• Structure of the programme

  • Full Time

    • Up to 18 months

  • Part Time

    • Up to 5 years

• Grading System

  • Scale: 0-100 points

  • Components: 60% of the mark derives from the average of the assignments, and 40% of the mark derives from the cumulative examination

  • Passing requirement: minimum of 60% overall

• Dates of Next Intake

  • Rolling admission

• Pass rates

  • 2024 pass rates will be publicised in the next cycle, contingent upon ensuring sufficient student data for anonymization.

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