Master's Double Degree

In a world where education is rapidly evolving through digital transformation and global challenges, this double degree program prepares future leaders to design and implement educational technologies that truly matter. Unlike many innovations that overlook social, cultural, and local contexts, our program emphasizes contextually grounded, impactful solutions that address the real needs of diverse learning environments.

Master’s Double Degree in Educational Technology (M.Pd) & Designing Education (M.A.) is a flagship program by a global partnership between two credential higher education institutions in Indonesia and England. This program is hosted by the Educational Technology Dept. Universitas Negeri Malang and the Design Department, Goldsmiths, England.

About the Partnership

UM is one of Indonesia’s learning universities in education and teacher training. Goldsmiths, University of London, is internationally recognized for creative and critical approaches to education.

Unique Value Proposition

  • Accelerated pathway
  • One research, two perspectives
  • Cross-cultural academic experience
  • Complementary strengths
  • Global career advantage

Curriculum & Structure

Duration

Completed in just 2 years (shorter than many double degree programs that often take longer).

  • Year 1: Universitas Negeri Malang (Educational Technology focus).
  • Year 2: Goldsmiths, University of London (Designing Education focus).

Double Degree Structure

Students experience two academic cultures with seamless transition. One integrated research project, but presented in two defenses: (1) Defense at UM, (2) Defense at Goldsmiths.

Degrees Awarded

  • Master’s in Educational Technology from Universitas Negeri Malang. (M.Pd)
  • Master’s in Designing Education from Goldsmiths, University of London. (M.A)

Our Focus

  • Developing critical and creative thinkers in education.
  • Building capacity to analyze contexts before designing technology.
  • Blending educational theory, technology, and design practice.
  • Encouraging innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurship in education.
  • Preparing graduates to contribute to inclusive and sustainable educational futures.

Course at Universitas Negeri Malang

  • Educational Technology

  • Educational psychology

  • Educational Design

  • Learning Media

  • Instructional Strategy

  • Educational Management

  • Learning Evaluation

  • Statistic and Educational Research

  • Models of Teaching

  • Message Design

Course at Goldsmiths, University of London

Core Modules

  • Critical and Radical Pedagogies
  • Spaces and Practices of Education
  • Independent Research Project

Optional Modules

  • Business of Design
  • Enterprising Leadership

Career Outcomes

  • EdTech industry (instructional designer, learning technologist, e-learning developer)
  • Academia & research center
  • Policy & educational leadership
  • NGOs & global organizations

Admission Requirements & Application Process

Admission Requirements

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Bachelor’s degree certificate and official academic transcripts
  • Minimum score of English Proficiency Test
    • IELTS Score 6.5
    • TOEFL iBT 80
    • PTE Academic 58
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Recommendation Letter
    • Student’s advisor
  • Registration fee of IDR 750.000
  • Tuition fee
    • UM – IDR 15.000.000 / semester
    • Goldsmiths – Apx. GBP 23.000 per year
  • Other requirements are referred to the LPDP admission*

Application Process

  • Admission period: January to August 2026 (open admissions)
    • Applicatios will receive results approximately 8 weeks after submitting the application.
  • Selecion Procedures
    •  Application submission to UM systems
    • Document eligibility screening (UM OIA and Office of Education)
    • Interview phase at UM
    • Potential candidates will be given two letters of recommendation by the UM Education Office
    • Candidates submit applications to the Goldsmiths portal
    • Interview process by Design Dept., Goldsmiths

Financial Sponsorship or Scholarship

This program is supported through the Lembaga Pengelola Dana Pendidikan (LPDP), Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Indonesia, under the Double Degree and Joint Degree Scholarship Scheme. Funding coverage and eligibility are subject to LPDP regulations and selection outcomes.

 

For comprehensive information regarding the LPDP funding scheme, eligibility criteria, and application procedures, please refer to
https://lpdp.kemenkeu.go.id/en/beasiswa/beasiswa-kemitraan-double-degree-joint-degree/double-joint-degree

Contact & Support

Head of Master’s and Doctoral Program in Educational Technology, UM.

  • Dr. Made Duananda Kartika Degeng, M.Pd
  • Email: [email protected]

  • https://tep-fip.um.ac.id

  • Jl. Semarang No. 5, Kota Malang

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