Career and Technology Education
University of Maryland Eastern ShoreProgram Overview
The Career and Technology Education at University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a MEd programme in Education, 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 Career and Technology Education 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 16,110 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 9,030 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Maryland City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Career and Technology Education 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
- Career and Technology Education Content, Methods and Strategies
- Career and Technology Education Instructional Management and Organization
- Administration and Leadership in Career and Technology Education
- Learning and Instructional Design
- Research in Career and Technology Education I
- Research in Career and Technology Education II
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s 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).
Students who enter the M.Ed. program must possess an earned baccalaureate degree in one of the areas of Career and Technology Education: agriculture, business education, family and consumer sciences, health occupations, technology education, trade and industrial education, or a related content area. A baccalaureate degree out of the content field, when accompanied by specific industry certification or CTE-relevant experience may be substituted.
All students must be working as CTE teachers in a Maryland education setting. Matriculating students must meet all requirements for regular admission to the UMES graduate program. In some cases, provisional admission will be granted if students have a minimum grade point average of 2.75 along with other requirements.Applicants must fulfill the following for regular admission:
- Complete the graduate school application and related paperwork for a degree program.
- Possess an undergraduate cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, or possess a prior graduate degree.
- Submit a passing score(s) on Praxis I, Praxis CORE, ACT, SAT or GRE.
- May require a writing sample essay that focuses on current educational issues, as determined by the graduate faculty Admissions Committee.
- Submit official transcripts from all higher education institutions attended.
- Submit three letters of evaluation/ recommendation that address:
- Personal qualities, e.g. character and academic abilities, problem solving, conceptual thinking, and the writing and speaking skills needed to support a rigorous graduate program.
- Personal determination and commitment needed to complete the program.
- A resume and a statement of purpose for enrolling in the Masters degree program.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 16,110 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 9,030 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 16,110 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 9,030 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maryland Eastern Shore 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 University of Maryland Eastern Shore
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Somerset County, United States
historical black university located in Princess Anne, Maryland, United States
University Profile- Language English
