Program Overview
The Early Childhood Special Education at University of Miami is a MSc 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 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Miami, 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
- Typical and Atypical Child Development
- Working with Families of Young Children with Disabilities: Strategies and Medical Issues
- Evaluation and Assessment in Infant and Early Childhood Special
- Intervention Strategies in Infant and Early Childhood Special Education
- Early Childhood Curriculum Development
- Methods for Communications and Language in Young Children with Disabilities
- Working with Children who Exhibit Challenging Behaviors
- Language and Early Reading Instruction
- Practicum/Internship with Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities (0-3 yrs.)
- Practicum/Internship with Children with Disabilities (3-5 yrs.)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Admission to the University of Miami is very competitive. Applicants are considered based on the strength of their high school curriculum and grades earned, standardized test scores, letters of recommendation, essay, extracurricular activities, and awards/achievements.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Miami 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 Miami
University of Miami
Coral Gables, United States
private university in Coral Gables, Florida, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Jun, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
