Program Overview
The Cultural Studies of Sport in Education at University of California Berkeley is a MA 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 Cultural Studies of Sport in 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
- Duration: 15 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 16,465 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 16,465 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Berkeley, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Cultural Studies of Sport in 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
- [\'Twenty-four units are required to complete the Master of Arts degree with the Cultural Studies of Sport in Education concentration.\', "Students enroll in program-specific core courses, GSE-wide core courses, complete a semester-long internship, and conduct an original research project. The remaining coursework will be based upon a student\'s specific interests, career ambitions and research agenda.", \'an internship that provides practical experience in a professional athletic or educational setting. Students work 10 hours per week over the course of the semester. Read about internships [link to internship info];\', "completion of a Master\'s project. This provides students with opportunities to hone their academic writing skills, to create a lasting body of work that they can point to after completing the program, and to investigate a particular series of research questions that they find most interesting."]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- professional and/or Olympic athletes
- coaches and trainers at the youth, secondary or intercollegiate level;
- directors and grant writers for community-based sports programs;
- public school teachers and administrators;
- academic advisors, learning specialists and tutors; and
- athletic administrators, policy makers and researchers.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 16,465 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 16,465 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 16,465 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 16,465 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of California Berkeley 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 California, Berkeley
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, United States
University of California, Berkeley is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2016-12-17
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 15 months
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