Program Overview
The Early Childhood Education at West Virginia University is a MA programme in Education over 24 months, delivered Online. 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 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: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 23,238 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Early Childhood 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
- Early Childhood Curriculum
- Early Childhood Instruction
- Early Childhood Program Development and Evaluation
- Language Arts in Early Childhood
- Storytelling in Early Childhood
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
All applicants whose first language is not English must provide proof of English language proficiency. WVU accepts either the TOEFL or the IELTS for this purpose.\xc2\xa0
For admission consideration as a degree-seeking graduate student at WVU, the applicant must:
- have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale \xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0
- meet English Proficiency or request conditional admission and complete an Intensive English Program (IEP) application (see English Proficiency) \xc2\xa0
- meet the criteria established by the degree program to which you apply \xc2\xa0
- be accepted by the academic department \xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 23,238 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 23,238 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact West Virginia 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 West Virginia University
West Virginia University
Morgantown, United States
West Virginia 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- Start Date 2018-01-09
- Language English
- Duration 24 months