Master in Educational Technology

Southwest University (SWU) in Chongqing is a major comprehensive university formed in 2005 through the merger of longstanding institutions, now serving over 36,000 students with more than 500 international learners and a wide portfolio of 146 programmes. Set on an extensive garden-style campus near the Jialing River and Jinyun Mountain, SWU combines strong traditions in teacher education and agricultural science with broad disciplinary coverage across the sciences, humanities and applied fields. Its scale and facilities support a lively campus life and diverse research activity.

SWU is noted for disciplinary strengths such as education, psychology and agronomy, and it supports significant research initiatives from silkworm genomics to ethnic education and cognitive studies. The university offers abundant laboratory and fieldwork opportunities, structured postgraduate pathways and a network of national and provincial research centres. Programmes are designed to integrate practical skills, research training and community engagement, preparing students for academic and professional careers alike.

International students can expect comfortable accommodation options, language support and campus services that ease adjustment to life in Chongqing; dormitories provide air conditioning, internet access and communal facilities while campus amenities include sports and cultural activities. SWU promotes scholarships and application guidance for overseas applicants and encourages prospective students to review specific programme entry requirements, funding opportunities and research supervisors when preparing their applications.

The Master in Educational Technology at Southwest University is a 2-year program for students who want to improve education with technology. This Master degree is taught in English and helps students develop skills in educational technology.

The curriculum includes subjects like technology integration, educational software, and online learning. Students will develop skills in instructional design, technology management, and educational research. They will also work on hands-on projects to apply their knowledge.

After graduating, students can work as Instructional Designers, Educational Technologists, Curriculum Developers, or Technology Coordinators. They can work in schools, universities, or companies that develop educational technology.