Program Overview
The Developmental Studies at Boston University is a MEd programme in Humanities over 24 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 humanities. 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 Developmental 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Boston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Developmental Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Literacy Development for Bilingual Students: Instruction and Assessm
- Bilingualism and Biliteracy
- Reading and Writing in a Second Language: Development Assessment and
- Critical Analysis of Children\x92s and Young Adult Literature
- Teaching English Language Learners
- Teaching English Language Learners in Middle/High School
- Introduction to Language and Language Acquisition
- Introduction to Language and Linguistics
- Language Acquisition
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission to the College\xc2\x92s degree programs is highly competitive, and each candidate is assessed by the admissions committee based on a range of criteria, including r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9, professional experience, academic transcripts, letters of recommendation and/or references, and a personal statement.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,176 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Boston University 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 Boston University
Boston University
Boston, United States
Boston University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2010-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-06
- Language English
- Duration 24 months