Program Overview
The Early Childhood Special Education at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is a MEd programme in Education 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 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 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 831 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 416 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Texas City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Early Childhood 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
- Major Theories in Early Childhood Education
- Developmentally Appropriate Practice, Planning and Curriculum
- Literacy in Early Childhood Education
- Research Methods in Education
- Foundations of Learning, Cognition and Human Development
- Introduction to Historical and Sociocultural Foundations of Education
- Advanced Individual Differences
- Evidence-Based Practices for Students with High Incidence Disabilities
- Multiculturalism, Bilingualism, and the Exceptional Learner
- Legal Foundations of Special Education
- Supportive Intervention and Assistive Technology
- Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavior Supports
- Foundations of Assessment in Special Education
- Evaluation and Intervention in Early Childhood
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 3 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).
Review and submit all Program Requirements:
- Bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a recognized international equivalent in a similar or related field.
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0. If applicant\xc2\xa0does not\xc2\xa0meet minimum undergraduate GPA criterion, GRE general test with minimum scores of 150 Verbal, 141 Quantitative, and 4.0 Analytical are required for conditional admission. GRE test scores are valid for 5 years.
- Official transcripts from each institution attended (must be submitted directly to UTRGV).
- Personal statement detailing professional goals and reasons for pursuing the graduate degree.
- Two letters of recommendation from professional or academic sources.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 831 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 416 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 831 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 416 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley 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 The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, United States
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-04-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 24 months