CBCohort

Graduate Education Cohorts

A cohort is an applied (non-thesis, MEd) degree program. In a cohort, all ten courses are set out for students to take in a specific order. Students in a cohort group take all of their courses together.

Most cohort programs begin in the Fall term and are typically offered part-time, taking two years to complete.

Some programs are offered only using the cohort model. One program (Literacy Education) can be taken as part of a cohort or as a non-cohort program.

  • Supporting Learners with Diverse Needs and Exceptionalities (Cohort Only)
  • Technology Integration (Cohort Only)
  • Education of Students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (Cohort Only)
  • Education of Students who are Blind or Visually Impaired (Cohort Only)
  • Literacy Education (Cohort and Non-Cohort)

MEd Cohorts – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is a cohort?

A cohort is an applied (non-thesis, MEd) degree program. In a cohort, all ten courses are set out for students to take in a specific order. Students in a cohort group take all of their courses together.

Most cohort programs begin in the Fall term and are typically offered part-time, taking two years to complete.

What programs offer cohorts?

We offer a variety of online, on-campus, and off-campus cohorts focusing in the following program areas:

  • Master of Education (MEd) in Educational Psychology – Education of the Blind or Visually Impaired
  • Master of Education (MEd) in Educational Psychology – Education of the Deaf or Hard of Hearing
  • Master of Education (MEd) in Curriculum Studies – Supporting Learners with Diverse Needs & Exceptionalities (SLDNE)
  • Master of Education (MEd) in Curriculum Studies – Technology Integration
  • Master of Education (MEd) in Literacy Education

What cohorts can I apply to now?

We are currently accepting applications for the following Fall 2025 graduate education cohorts:

 

On-Campus Cohorts

Master of Education: Curriculum Studies: Supporting Learners with Diverse Needs and Exceptionalities

  • On-Campus Cohort: SLDNE

Master of Education: Curriculum Studies: Technology Integration

  • On-Campus Cohort: TECH

 

Off-Campus Cohorts

Master of Education: Literacy Education

  • St. John’s (NL) Cohort

 

Online Cohorts

Master of Education: Curriculum Studies: Supporting Learners with Diverse Needs and Exceptionalities

  • Online Cohort: SLDNE

Master of Education: Curriculum Studies: Technology Integration

  • Online Cohort: TECH

Master of Education: Literacy Education

  • Online Cohort: Literacy Education

 

Please review the Graduate Application Checklist before applying. Apply Now!

How can I apply?

Information about applying to a graduate program can be found on the Graduate Studies website:

Graduate Studies at MSVU | Graduate Programs | Masters Programs in Nova Scotia, Canada

Please review the Graduate Application Checklist before applying.

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Can I complete a Master of Arts in Education via a cohort?

No. Cohort programs are limited to Master of Education programs listed above.

What is the delivery model for MEd cohorts?

Some cohorts are offered primarily in person at on and off campus locations. Other cohorts are offered online.

All members of each cohort group take all their courses together and complete their ten courses as listed below.

Year 1

Fall term – one course (0.5 unit)
Winter term – one course (0.5 unit)
Summer I term – one course (0.5 unit)
Summer II term – two courses (1.0 units)

Year 2

Fall term – one course (0.5 unit)
Winter term – one course (0.5 unit)
Summer I term (April/May) – one course (0.5 unit)
Summer II term (July) – two courses (1.0 units)

When do cohorts start and end?

Most cohorts begin in the Fall term and can be completed in two years, in the Summer II term of the second year, if students follow the cohort program of study.

Is there an option to take a MEd cohort online?

Some programs do offer online cohorts. You can see the list of currently available cohorts under “What cohorts can I apply to now?” above.

What courses do I take in a cohort?

When you are admitted, we provide a list of the required ten courses you will take during the cohort program.

How do I register for cohort courses?

Please be advised that course registration procedures for cohort students have changed. You are responsible for registering yourself in your designated cohort classes.

 

Cohort registration procedure:

  • Notification of Courses: When your cohort classes are made available each term, you will receive an email containing the specific course and section numbers for that term’s required classes.
  • Self-Registration: Once you receive the course information, please log in to your myMount/WebAdvisor to register for each listed course and section. Please ensure you complete this step promptly, as spaces are allocated specifically for your cohort.

How will the university communicate with me?

It is important that you get in the habit of checking your MSVU email account regularly. This is where all emails from the university will be sent. This includes emails about registration, fees, and CampusWide bulletins. Your MSVU account will be where the Registrar’s Office will send reminders about applying to graduate when you near the end of the cohort program. You can check your registration, pay for courses, and access up to date university information via myMount/WebAdvisor.

How do I know when my classes are taking place?

Information about all courses you are registered in is available on myMount/WebAdvisor.

What if I have other questions?

Please email education@msvu.ca if you have other questions.