The program aims to develop competent professionals, able to promote innovative educational models that would reinforce the knowledge and skills needed for the propagation of sustainable development, protection and sustainable use of the environment and natural resources. The programme will provide students of various professional backgrounds with opportunities to closely examine educational, environmental and sustainable development issues on a theoretical and practical level. Students will develop their scientific and professional activity within the field of Education for the Environment and Sustainable Development in formal, informal and non formal educational settings.
The language of instruction is Greek.
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Students are expected to:
The graduates of the Program will have the knowledge and skills required for the design and implementation of educational programmes for the environment and sustainable development. Educators from all levels of formal education (Pre-school, primary education, secondary education, technical professional education) are expected to acquire the knowledge and expertise to act as hubs for education for the environment and sustainable development in their schools, or to be assigned consulting or curriculum development duties by educational authorities. Professionals coming from public and semi-public or private organisations, whose work is related to the environment and sustainable development, or NGOs, the Media, and stakeholders from local authorities, are expected to become able to develop and coordinate operations that relate to education for the environment and sustainable development.
Required Courses Modules
The student must successfully complete 54 ECTS, from the following list of modules:
| No. | Code | Name | ECTS | Hours / week |
| 1 | ESD501 | ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: CONCEPTS AND ISSUES | 9 | 3 |
| 2 | ESD502 | FROM ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION TO EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: A THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK | 9 | 3 |
| 3 | ESD503 | DESIGNING EDUCATION PROGRAMMES FOR THE ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT | 9 | 3 |
| 4 | ESD504A | RESEARCH IN EDUCATION FOR THE ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (PART I) | 3 | 1 |
| 5 | ESD504B | RESEARCH IN EDUCATION FOR THE ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (PART II) | 3 | 1 |
| 6 | ESD504C | RESEARCH IN EDUCATION FOR THE ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (PART III) | 3 | 1 |
| 7 | ESD505 | CONTEMPORARY APPROACHES TO EDUCATION FOR THE ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT | 9 | 3 |
| 8 | ESD506 | NON FORMAL EDUCATION AND EDUCATION FOR THE ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT | 9 | 3 |
Electives Courses Modules
The student must successfully complete 36 ECTS, from the following list of modules:
| No. | Code | Name | ECTS | Hours / week |
| 1 | ESD507 | BIODIVERSITY AND EDUCATION | 9 | 3 |
| 2 | ESD508 | RESEARCH METHODS | 9 | 3 |
| 3 | ESD510 | ENVIRONMENTAL ETHICS | 9 | 3 |
| 4 | ESD511 | NEW TECHNOLOGIES IN EDUCATION FOR THE ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT | 9 | 3 |
| 5 | ESD512 | ORGANISING SUSTAINABLE SCHOOLS: PRINCIPLES AND PROCESSES | 9 | 3 |
| 6 | ESD513 | ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY | 9 | 3 |
| 7 | ESD514 | ENVIRONMENTAL COMMUNICATION AND THE MEDIA | 9 | 3 |
| 8 | ESD516 | EDUCATION & TRAINING ON THE ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FOR ORGANISATIONS & ASSOCIATIONS | 9 | 3 |
| 9 | ESD551 | MASTER THESIS I | 9 | 0 |
| 10 | ESD552 | MASTER THESIS II | 9 | 0 |
The Program is based on the ECTS credit accumulation mode of study. Students can be awarded the Master of Science Degree in Education for the Environment and Sustainable Development upon completion of 90 credits. These credits are allocated to compulsory and elective modules as shown in the table below. The list of compulsory and elective modules is provided in the Program’s course structure.
| Module Group | ECTS |
| Required Courses | 54 |
| Electives Courses | 36 |
| TOTAL | 90 |
Candidates for a master degree must submit a recognized bachelor degree or qualification deemed to be equivalent to degree level as well as the official transcripts (grade reports) of their first-degree studies. In addition, there could be special requirements for various master programs.
Frederick University academic year consists of the fall and spring semesters. The calendar is arranged so that students may start classes either during the last week of September or the first week of February. Candidates may submit an application for admission in any of the semesters. Due to the fact that formalities for the issue of an entry visa take at least 6 weeks, candidates are urged to file an application at least 8 weeks prior to the expected date of enrolment. Students are expected to be on campus prior to the beginning of the intended semester/session. In response to arising need, courses could be provided within the summer period.
Candidates who are nationals of EU countries can enter Cyprus as visitors. On arrival at Frederick University they must submit to the Admission Office the following:
Furthermore, they must pay the registration fee, the semester tuition fees, and register for subjects. Next they must apply to the Migration Department for a temporary residence permit. The application to the Migration Department must be supported by evidence that they have paid their tuition fees for the semester, have enough funds for their initial living expenses and have obtained local health insurance coverage.
B. Applicants from non EU countries
International Students from non EU countries need to have a valid student visa in order to be allowed to enter Cyprus. The issue of an entry visa takes about 6 weeks from the date of the submission of the application. It is therefore recommended that candidates submit their application at least 8 weeks before the beginning of the semester. Cyprus Migration Department requirements in respect of the issue of a student visa, which from time to time may be modified, are available to candidates in a separate document.
Applicants are requested to contact the Office of Admissions to receive information and guidance regarding the proper documentation and formalities to be followed.
Students admitted to the programme are expected to hold a Bachelor Degree from an accredited University either in education, in humanities and social sciences. Also they are expected to be fluent in Greek and English.
There are no specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning for this Program. Candidates can be granted transfer credits according to the general arrangements for recognition of prior learning of the University.
The language of instruction is Greek.
FULL PROGRAM TUITION FEES :
| DISCOUNTED FEES - €/ECTS | FOR FULL TIME STUDY (60 ECTS)- € |
| 100.00 | 9000 |
| On campus students | Euro |
| Application Fee | €35 payable once |
| Registration Fee | €25 per registration |
| Student Activity Fee | €20 per semester |
| Technology Fee | €20 per semester |
| Late Registration Fee | €25 |
| Transcript Fee | €5 per additional copy |
| Incomplete Make-up | €25 |
| Graduation Application Fee | €55 |
| Exam Waiver Fee | €25 |
| Second Examination Fee | €80 |
| Transfer Credit Evaluation | €40 |
| Distance Learning students | Euro |
| Application Fee | €35 payable once |
| Semester Registration & Technology Fee | €100 per semester |
Contact Person: Ferederick
Phone: +35722394394
Email: info@frederick.ac.cy
