MPhil in Curriculum, Planning, and Leadership (MPhil CPL)

Far Western University (FWU
1 years
Rs.
Updated December 12, 2025

University

Far Western University (FWU

Duration

1 years

Fee

Rs.

Summary

Short Description

MPhil in Curriculum, Planning, and Leadership (MPhil CPL) at Far-Western University is a 1.5-year research-focused postgraduate program designed to develop advanced scholars in education policy, curriculum studies, planning, and educational leadership.

Full Description

The MPhil in Curriculum, Planning, and Leadership is an interdisciplinary, research-intensive program aimed at producing high-level academic and professional leaders in education. The program emphasizes advanced research writing, methodology, curriculum theory, educational planning, leadership practices, and policy analysis. Structured around rigorous coursework and a compulsory thesis, the program trains scholars to engage in independent, original research grounded in interdisciplinary perspectives. It prepares graduates for doctoral studies, academic careers, and senior leadership roles in education systems, policy institutions, and development organizations.

Description

Curricular Structure

Semester I

Course TypeCourse TitleCredit HoursCourse Code
MandatoryAdvanced Research Writing3CPL Ed. 611
MandatoryAdvanced Research Methodology3CPL Ed. 612
Specialization (Any Two)Curriculum: Principles, Theory, and Practice3CPL Ed. 613
 Test Theory: Learning and Development3CPL Ed. 614
 New Trends in Educational Planning and Management3CPL Ed. 615
 Organizational Behavior in Education3CPL Ed. 616
 Educational Administration Supervision3CPL Ed. 617
 Practices in Educational Leadership3CPL Ed. 628

Semester II

Course TypeCourse TitleCredit HoursCourse Code
MandatoryProject Work: Indigeneity in Education3CPL Ed. 631
Specialization (Any Two)Diversity in Education3CPL Ed. 632
 Culturally Responsive Pedagogies3CPL Ed. 633
 Development Trends in Education3CPL Ed. 634
 Learning Management System in the 21st Century3CPL Ed. 635
 Teacher Professional Development3CPL Ed. 636
 Interdisciplinarity in Education3CPL Ed. 637
Elective (Any One)Foundations of Special Needs / Inclusive Education3CPL Ed. 638
 Participatory Action Research3CPL Ed. 639
 Educating Children Facing Challenges3CPL Ed. 640
 Early Childhood Development and Learning3CPL Ed. 641

Semester III

ComponentCredit HoursCourse Code
Thesis / Dissertation6CPL Ed. 651

Total Credit Hours: 30

Features

Key Features

  • Interdisciplinary MPhil with strong education focus
  • Research-intensive structure with compulsory thesis
  • Advanced training in curriculum theory, planning, and leadership
  • Cross-faculty academic engagement with grade transfer provision
  • Strong foundation for PhD-level research
  • International-standard grading system (4.0 scale)
  • Designed for senior academic and leadership trajectories

Admission Process

Admission Process

  • Submission of completed application form
  • Initial screening based on statement of purpose and writing sample
  • Written entrance examination
  • Interview assessment
  • Merit-based selection subject to seat availability

Eligibility

  • Master’s degree (preferably in Education or related field)
  • Minimum CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0) or Second Division
  • Degree from a university recognized by Far-Western University
  • Mandatory appearance in entrance examination and interview

Job Prospects

Job Prospects

  • University Lecturer / Faculty Member
  • Education Policy Analyst
  • Curriculum Specialist
  • Educational Planner
  • Academic Researcher
  • School / College Leadership Roles
  • Education Program Manager (NGO / INGO)
  • Direct eligibility for PhD in Education, Leadership, and Policy Studies