Program Overview
The Education - Elementary Education Concentration at Mississippi State University is a Master 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 Education - Elementary Education Concentration 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 6,560 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,890 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Starkville, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education - Elementary Education Concentration 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
- Function and Methods of Research in Education
- Theory and Development of Early Childhood Education
- Content Area Literacy Instruction
- The Teaching of Writing
- Educating Young Adults
- Teaching Physical, Life, and Earth Science in the Elementary and Middle School Classroom
- Elementary and Middle Level Mathematics Education
- Teaching Struggling Readers and Writers
- Curriculum and Program Developments in Early Childhood
- Elementary School Methods
- The Elementary School Curriculum
- Seminar in Elementary Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission requirements:
- GRE Test
- Social Security Number Disclosure
In the admissions process, the Social Security number is used to match test scores and transcripts and not as a permanent student identifier. A permanent, unique MSU ID number will be issued. MSU will not disclose the Social Security number of an applicant to anyone outside the Mississippi Institution of Higher Learning system except as allowed by law, with permission from the individual, or as approved by MSU legal counsel.
- Letter of Recommendation
Three letters of recommendation are required to process your application and must be submitted electronically. As part of the on line application, names and email addresses of each person who will supply a recommendation need to be provided. Once you submit your application, an email will automatically be sent to each person identified as a reference and a URL link will be provided to submit the letter. You will receive confirmation that the link has been sent to your references. For each letter of recommendation submitted, you will receive an email confirming this action.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 6,560 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,890 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 6,560 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,890 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Mississippi State 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 Mississippi State University
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, United States
Mississippi State University 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 2001-05-18
- Start Date 2018-08-16
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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