Master of Education in Learning Design and Technology

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Online

Minimum of 18 months (full-time); maximum of 36 months (part-time) YearsProgramme Duration

Total Fee: KES 187,500 | Year 1: KES 101,500 | Year 2: KES 86,000. Fee Structure: View full fee structureFees per Year

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Master of Education in Learning Design and Technology

Online

Overview

Designed to develop advanced competencies in learning design, educational technology, digital pedagogy and technology-enhanced instruction. The programme equips education professionals, instructional designers, trainers and researchers with the expertise to design, implement and evaluate innovative, accessible and competency-based learning experiences. It emphasises learning analytics, artificial intelligence in education, digital content development, online learning environments and evidence-based instructional strategies to improve learner engagement and educational outcomes.

Career Prospects

Learning Design Specialist
Instructional Designer
Educational Technology Specialist
E-Learning Manager
Learning Experience Designer
Digital Learning Consultant
Learning Analytics Specialist
Curriculum Developer

Learning Outcomes

PLO1: Demonstrate capacity in constructively aligning the components of Learning design in online course design, facilitation and assessment.
PLO2: Critically analyze the process of selecting and integrating appropriate educational technologies to support diverse Learning designs, facilitation and assessments in Competence Based Curriculum (CBC) instructional settings.
PLO3: Utilize various educational technologies to support diverse learning design, facilitation, and assessments in CBC and Community service learning (CSL).
PLO4: Creatively develop open minded in evaluating educational technologies for their effectiveness in diverse digital learning and community services.

PROGRAMME DURATIONMinimum of 18 months (full-time); maximum of 36 months (part-time) Years

FEE PER YEARTotal Fee: KES 187,500 | Year 1: KES 101,500 | Year 2: KES 86,000. Fee Structure: View full fee structure

APPLICATION STATUSOpen

INTAKE

2026 — Ongoing

Admission Requirements

A Bachelors degree in a relevant area of study or an equivalent qualification recognised by Senate.
A Bachelors degree with at least a Pass or an equivalent qualification recognized by Senate and a relevant Postgraduate Diploma from the Open University of Kenya or an institution recognized by Senate.

Government Funding

KUCCPS-placed students are eligible for government scholarships and HELB loans under the new funding model.

Flexibility

Customise your learning pace and choose courses that fit your commitments.

Inclusivity

Diversity is celebrated — all students have access to support services.

Openness

Open admissions, affordable tuition, and online delivery remove barriers.

Certification

Progressive: Certificate → Diploma → Degree as you complete credit hours.