Program Overview
The Early Level (PreK-4) at Duquesne University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 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 humanities. 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 Level (PreK-4) 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: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,234 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Early Level (PreK-4) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Field Experience- Level 1
- Orientation to Leading Teacher Program
- Technology and Education
- Literacy, Language and Literature II
- Literacy Field Experience, Level 3 (30 hours)
- Curriculum Design Through Creative Play and the Arts
- Methods of Teaching Mathematics in Grades PreK-4
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).
Graduates with a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an accredited college, university or seminary will be considered for the admission to graduate study in the School of Education by complying with the details outlined. General admission is based on an applicant\xc2\x92s previous academic record as shown by official transcripts of all previous study. The transcript must reflect:
(1) a minimum overall 3.00 GPA (grade point average) or
(2) a minimum 3.00 GPA on the most recent 48 credits or
(3) a minimum overall 2.80 GPA with passing scores on the tests established by the Pennsylvania Department of Educatio
Candidates are admitted to the Master\xc2\x92s Degree Program for the Leading Teacher Program in PreK-4 through the Graduate Admissions and Advisement Office. After the initial review is completed by the Graduate Admissions office, the applicant is requiredto meet with the Program Advisor to review the official transcript for the additional state requirements and to review the overall program guidelines.
In addition, to the above degree and GPA requirements, candidates must meet the following state requirements for academic preparation for teachers prior to student teaching.
Prior to the first semester of study:
(1) Obtain the following clearances: Act 33-Child Abuse History, Act 34- Criminal Record Check, Act 114-FBI Clearances and Tuberculin Test.
Prior to student teaching:
(2) At least 6 semester hour credits in college level mathematics.
(3) At least 3 semester hour credits in college level English Composition and 3 semester credit hours in English Literature.
(4) Three (3) semester hour credits in English as a Second Language
(5) Three (3) semester hour credits in Special Education. The other six (6) required credits in Special Education are part of the program of study.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,234 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,234 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Duquesne 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 Duquesne University
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, United States
Duquesne 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- Language English
- Duration 12 months