Two completion routes are available for all MAHE students:
1. “Coursework Only” Route
Students who choose the “Coursework Only” route must complete the following courses (in total 30AUs):
One core course (4AUs): • MAS901 Issues and Research in Humanities Education
Six elective courses of 4AUs (24AUs): • Each course should be from the list of MAS courses, including one open elective course outside of the MAHE programme in lieu of one MAS course.
One research foundation course (2AUs): • MAS982 Inquiry and Perspective in the Humanities
2. “Coursework with Dissertation” Route
Students can transfer from the “Coursework Only” to “Coursework with Dissertation” route. To be eligible to undertake the research dissertation, candidates have to meet all the following criteria:
Minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.5; • Complete at least four (4) courses totaling 16AUs, including the core course – MAS901 • Dissertation topic should be relevant to the programme.
The dissertation is equivalent to 6 AUs. Coursework with Dissertation Route students will complete the Core Course and five (5) elective courses of 4AUs (20AUs) each in addition to the dissertation.
Important note for matriculated students:
Please refer to the ISAAC system for the programme structure relevant to your intake during Course Registration or consult A/P Simon Creak , your programme leader if you need clarifications.
The following are minimum admission requirements. Meeting these criteria does not guarantee admission, as selection is competitive.
See detailed requirements for competency in English Language here .
There are generally two intakes a year (January and August). You are advised to visit the website and look out for NIE’s announcements in May/June and November/December to confirm if the programme will be open for application at any particular intake.
Applicants who are currently working with sponsors, donors or financial institutions to fund their studies, are encouraged to submit their applications early to NIE so as not to miss out on our application period.
Applications are to be made online. Click here to learn more about the application procedures and the supporting documents required.