Program Location
Education Building
Start Term
Summer Semester (May 1 start)
Program Type
Coursework & Internships
Schedule
Full-Time/Part-Time
Credits
60 Credits
Average Duration
2 yrs/5 consecutive semesters Full-Time
Administered by
Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE)
The Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning (MATL) in Science and Technology offers a comprehensive pathway to Quebec teacher certification at the secondary school level, tailored for students who have completed an undergraduate degree in a Ministry of Education-identified teachable subject area. Incoming students are expected to have a passion for STEM education and an undergraduate background related to the subject matter.
MATL students benefit from learning through engaging coursework and practical experiential learning during two school-based internships. Students can customize their program by pursuing the Independent Research Stream or the Course-Based Stream. As an MATL student, you will have the opportunity to curate a professional e-portfolio to showcase your skills, preparing you for future employment. Successful program completion earns graduates a recommendation for teacher certification from the Quebec Ministry of Education.
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Teaching and Learning (Non-Thesis) (M.A.): Science and Technology Option (45 credits)
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)
Degree: Master of Arts
Program credit weight: 45
Program Description
The Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning; Non-Thesis - Science and Technology is a graduate- level teacher education program. The program includes a minimum of 700 hours of school-based internships at the secondary level. The program's core academic components emphasize a comprehensive understanding of educational foundations, principles, theories, and practices and include a specific emphasis on science and technology content and pedagogies. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are recommended to the Québec Ministry of Education for teacher certification at the secondary school level.
Required Courses (45 credits)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDEC 550 | Indigenizing Pedagogy and Curriculum. | 3 |
Indigenizing Pedagogy and Curriculum. Terms offered: Summer 2026 Diverse social, cultural, linguistic, political, and pedagogical histories of Indigenous communities. Indigenous ways of knowing and worldviews. | ||
| EDER 615 | Introduction to Philosophy of Education. | 3 |
Introduction to Philosophy of Education. Terms offered: Summer 2026 Explores questions, aims, debates and modes of inquiry that characterize philosophical approaches to studying educational questions. Introduces philosophy of education as a distinctive field of educational research and may focus on figures or themes of contemporary interest. | ||
| EDIN 510 | ||
Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. | ||
| EDIN 520 | ||
Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. | ||
| EDPS 600 | Foundational Professional Seminar | 3 |
Foundational Professional Seminar Terms offered: Summer 2026 Foundational seminar designed to foster critical thinking about the complex educational endeavour of becoming a teacher, including what shapes the development of teachers’ roles, identities and professionalism. Topics include: community, families, relationships, conflict management, and trauma-informed practices. Review of the Québec Education Program and professional repository documentation of developing individual teacher identity and professional competencies. | ||
| EDPS 610 | Professional Seminar 1A | 2 |
Professional Seminar 1A Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Reflexive, cohesive, and practice-oriented topics on equity, diversity and inclusion in education; classroom situations with a view to improving practice; integration of digital technologies; and teacher collaboration and community-building through a case study approach. Ongoing support for and debrief of concurrent internship. Professional repository documentation of professional competencies for teachers and selection of artifacts. | ||
| EDPS 622 | ||
Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. | ||
| EDTL 515 | English Exam for Teacher Certification. | 0 |
English Exam for Teacher Certification. Terms offered: Summer 2026 Requirement of the Quebec Ministry of Education, the exam assesses competency in the language of instruction. | ||
| EDTL 520 | Perspectives on Knowledge in Mathematics and Science. | 3 |
Perspectives on Knowledge in Mathematics and Science. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. A variety of perspectives on construction of knowledge in mathematics and science and how the products of scientific and mathematical practices are shaped by broader social, cultural, and political forces. | ||
| EDTL 525 | Teaching Science and Technology. | 3 |
Teaching Science and Technology. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. This course will build prospective teachersâ•Ž pedagogical knowledge and practices to teach principles of engineering and technical design, analysis of technical objects, and problem-based learning approaches to solve developmentally appropriate problems. Application of scientific concepts to technological solutions will also be emphasized to effectively integrate science and technology education. | ||
| EDTL 604 | Techniques for Planning and Assessment. | 3 |
Techniques for Planning and Assessment. Terms offered: Summer 2026 Classroom planning and assessment in the Quebec context including backward design, writing learning objectives, assessment for, of, and as learning, differentiated planning practices, and the creation of assessment tools. Classroom opportunities to foster and assess creativity and problem-based learning while balancing the constraints posed by standardized testing and other evaluation and reporting responsibilities. Quebec Ministry of Education professional competencies are addressed and assessed throughout. | ||
| EDTL 607 | Language and Policy in Quebec Education. | 3 |
Language and Policy in Quebec Education. Terms offered: Summer 2026 Structure and organization of education in Quebec considered from historical, political, language, social, administrative and legal perspectives. Enables students to contribute to the educational system in their roles as leaders of educational thought and change. All addressed through the development of professional competencies. | ||
| EDTL 609 | Supporting Diverse Learners | 3 |
Supporting Diverse Learners Terms offered: Summer 2026 Current research and practice in educating students who have a variety of individual needs and strengths. The complex interplay between individual and contextual factors that impact learning in the modern classroom. Examination of abilities/disabilities, school and classroom dynamics, and teachers' roles in promoting an inclusive environment. Focus on applicable, practical skills such as curriculum design and modification, formal/informal assessment procedures, universal design for instruction, home-school collaborations, and differentiated instruction. Quebec Ministry of Education professional competencies are addressed and assessed throughout. | ||
| EDTL 625 | Applied Methods in Teaching Science in Secondary School. | 3 |
Applied Methods in Teaching Science in Secondary School. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Organization of learning experiences in ways that support students in developing science process skills and understanding the unifying themes, issues of equity, and the nature of science. Mobilization of digital technologies and relevant Quebec Ministry of Education professional competencies for teachers are addressed and assessed throughout. | ||
| EDTL 626 | Advanced Applied Methods in Teaching Science in Sec. School. | 3 |
Advanced Applied Methods in Teaching Science in Sec. School. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Organization of learning experiences in ways that support students in developing science process skills and understanding the unifying themes, issues of equity, and the nature of science. Mobilization of digital technologies and relevant Quebec Ministry of Education professional competencies for teachers area ddressed and assessed throughout. | ||
Eligibility (Admission Criteria)
- Possess an undergraduate degree.
- Have at least 30 discipline specific credits (university level). Applicants must complete the Science and Technology Self-Assessment Grid to assess whether their background meets the 30 credit minimum requirement in their discipline. Note that the department can not pre-assess prior credits for prospective students; this process happens only after applications are submitted.
Courses listed must be at the 200 level or higher (no Foundation level courses) and you must have received a grade of “C” or higher, per McGill standard. These credits may be taken as part of a degree or as an independent/special student. Note that it is preferable to have all 30 credits of background completed to the start of the MATL program. Applicants missing up to, but not exceeding, 6 discipline-specific credits may be accepted into the MATL program. The completion of missing credits will be consider a condition of program completion. Students are strongly encouraged to complete outstanding discipline-specific credits prior to the start of the MATL program. In exceptional circumstances, students may be allowed to complete outstanding discipline-specific credits during the MATL program; however these credits should be completed prior to beginning the subject-area specific methods course. Failure to complete outstanding discipline-specific credits may result is a deferral of the first internship placement. This deferral will result in a significant delay in the students program completion. - Have minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) is 3.0 out of a possible 4.0, or a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of full-time studies.
- Experience working/volunteering in formal/informal education or youth sector. Informal teaching experience includes, but is not limited to, camp counselor, tutoring, mentoring, coaching, etc.
Please review the list carefully, as you must meet all of the minimum requirements in order to be considered for acceptance.
Application Process & Required Documents
All applications are done through McGill's Graduate Applicant Portal. The application steps and instructional video are on the University's Future Graduate Students website. The following documents must be part of your application: (Note that all uploaded documents to the portal must be in PDF format.)
- A complete application form (accompanied by your application fee payment).
- A current working CV/resume
- A personal statement (two-page maximum)
- A completed Science and Technology Self-Assessment Grid. Grids must be typed and not hand written.
- A copy of your unofficial transcripts from all previous university level studies (undergraduate and graduate, including exchanges with other institutions, even if the credits appear on your home institution transcript). Official transcripts are required after the students is officially admitted to the program.
- Two letters of recommendation: one from a university-level instructor and the second from a professional who has supervised you in a formal or informal education or youth sector position. If you have experience working in a formal school setting, one letter must be from a school/school board administrator qualified to assess your professional qualities. You will be prompted to provide the names and contact information of your referees in your application portal.
- English Language Proficiency Requirement for International Students (if applicable; see link). Note that the Department reserves the right to evaluate the applicant's language proficiency at the time of application. The MATL program reserves the right to require an additional English Language Proficiency Test set by the University.
- IELTS with a minimum overall band of 7.0; with a minimum Writing, Speaking, Listening and Reading score of 7.0; or
- TOEFL:iBT (Internet-based test) – total score of 92 with a minimum score of 22 each for the Writing, Speaking, Listening and Reading sections. N.B. Applicants are required to submit their scores electronically.
Application Deadlines
- Canadian & Permanent Resident Applicants: November 15, 2026
- International Applicants: November 1, 2026
