Program Overview
The Early Childhood Education at University of West Georgia is a MEd programme in Education over 12 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- Tuition: USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — 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
- Seminar For P-5 Teachers
- Developing Affective Curricula
- Language Development: Implications for the Childhood Educator
- P-5 School Curriculum
- Special Topics
- Continuing Practicum
- Reading, Interpreting, and Applying Research
- Investigating Methods and Materials in Mathematics
- Investigating Methods and Materials in Science
- Literature for the Young Child
- Investigating Language Arts
- Writing Across The Curriculum
- Investigating Social Studies Methods
- Parent Education for Teachers and Child Care Workers
- The Young Child: Home and Community
- Teaching Creative Arts
- Teaching Creative Dramatics
- Classroom Management Early Grades (P-5)
- Directed Readings in Education
- Special Topics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.7 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).
Follow these steps to apply to a graduate program
- Step 1 \xc2\x96 Online Application
- Step 2 \xc2\x96 Official Transcripts and All Required Documents
- Step 3 \xc2\x96 Graduate Entrance Exam
- Step 4 \xc2\x96 Program Specific Requirements
- Step 5 \xc2\x96 Verification of Lawful Presence
- Step 7 -\xc2\xa0Check the status of your application
Program Specific Admittance Guidelines
Admission to the program requires a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education or\xc2\xa0a Level 4 clear and renewable professional certificate in Early Childhood Education, and a minimum overall GPA of 2.7 in all undergraduate coursework.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of West Georgia 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 West Georgia
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, United States
University of West Georgia is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-06
- Language English
- Duration 12 months