Program Overview
The Early Childhood Education and Special Education at Temple University 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 Early Childhood Education and Special 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 1,202 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,202 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Philadelphia, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Early Childhood Education and Special 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
- Seminar Series: Problems in Educational Psychology
- Early Literacy and Language Development: Birth-Kindergarten
- Mathematics Education for the Early Years: PreK-4
- Social Studies Education for the Early Years: PreK-4
- Science Education for the Early Years: PreK to 4
- Literacy Foundations for the Primary Grades: First through Fourth
- Literacy Instruction for Young Children with Disabilities
- Classroom Management and Positive Behavior Support
- Graduate Assessment Practicum in Early Childhood Special Education
- Effective Instructional Strategies for Young Children with Disabilities
- Inclusive School Practices
- Foundations of Language Teaching: Meeting the Needs of English Language Learners
- Research Methods and Induction Capstone
- Supervised Teaching
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Letters of Reference:
Number Required:\xc2\xa02, with a third submitted at the applicant\'s discretion. Please submit the "Reference Report for Graduate Study,"\xc2\xa0
From Whom:\xc2\xa0Letters of recommendation should be obtained from college/university faculty members and others who can provide insight into the applicant\'s academic competence.
Coursework Required for Admission Consideration:\xc2\xa0All applicants must present credentials that are the equivalent of the appropriate baccalaureate degree at Temple University. Further, the Pennsylvania Department of Education expects that all individuals seeking teacher certification at the master\'s level, regardless of the discipline, have taken at least 6 credits of college-level mathematics and 6 credits of college-level English composition and literature in their undergraduate program.
Bachelor\'s Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline:\xc2\xa0A bachelor\'s degree is required. Applicants who do not meet the 3.0 UGPA requirement\xc2\xa0may\xc2\xa0be\xc2\xa0considered\xc2\xa0for admission if they meet one of the following exceptions:
Standard exception:\xc2\xa03.5 UGPA during the last two years AND a minimum of 3.25 Graduate GPA for 9 credits (typically taken as a non-matriculated student in the program prior to application for admission).
Special exception:\xc2\xa0Applicants who do not meet regular admission criteria may be considered for a special exception if a compelling case can be made for admission on the basis of some additional source of data.
Statement of Goals:\xc2\xa0In 500 to 1,000 words, outline your interest in seeking a degree with a specific focus on the career to which you aspire, your interests, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.
Standardized Test Scores:
TOEFL score (international applicants only): 88 iBT or 575 PBT minimum. Applicants with scores between 88 and 100 iBT or between 575 and 600 PBT must take an English refresher course.
Resume:\xc2\xa0Current resume required.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,202 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,202 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,202 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,202 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Temple 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 Temple University
Temple University
Philadelphia, United States
Temple 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 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 100 year(s)