Program Overview
The Early Childhood Special Education at Vanderbilt University 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 7
- Tuition: USD 1,708 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,708 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Nashville, 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
- Education and Psychology of Exceptional Learners
- Management Procedures for Academic and Social Behavior
- Advanced Issues in Family Intervention
- Field Work in Special Education Teaching
- Advanced Field Work in Special Education
- Extended Student Teaching for Graduate Students
- Characteristics of Students with Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities
- Foundations of Early Childhood Special Education
- Recommended Practices in Early Childhood Special Education
- Recommended Practices in Early Elementary Grades for Children with Disabilities
- Speech and Language for Exceptional Learners
- Curriculum Design and Classroom Management in Early Childhood Settings
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GMAT score:
The GMAT is specifically designed for admission to business or management schools, and is meant to test how prepared you are for a business degree programme
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English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,708 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,708 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,708 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,708 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Vanderbilt 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 Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, United States
Vanderbilt 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 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months