Program Overview
The Adolescence Education - Social Studies at State University of New York Potsdam is a MSc programme in Education over 15 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Adolescence Education - Social Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 15 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Potsdam, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Adolescence Education - Social Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Reading in the Middle/Secondary School
- Writing in the Middle/Secondary School
- Special Soc St Education Content Topic
- Philosophical Foundations of Education
- Advanced Secondary Social Studies Education
- Social Studies Culminating Experience
- Social St Curriculum in Middle and Secondary School
- Research in Social Studies Education
- Social Studies Content Portfolio
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Evidence of an earned baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. International students should consult the International Graduate Student page for information on U.S. Equivalency guidelines. An unofficial transcript may be submitted for the purpose of obtaining an admissions decision.
- International students where English is not their primary language must refer to the International Graduate Student page to obtain information about important requirements regarding English language proficiency.
- A minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 GPA in the most recent 60 credit hours
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact State University of New York Potsdam directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About State University of New York Potsdam
State University of New York Potsdam
New York, United States
The State University of New York at Potsdam is a public college in Potsdam, New York, United States. Founded in 1816, it is the northernmost member of the State University of New York (SUNY)...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-05-01
- Language English
- Duration 15 months