Program Overview
The Education in Curriculum and Instruction at Northern Illinois University is a MSc programme in Education, 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 in Curriculum and Instruction 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 700 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 350 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: DeKalb, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education in Curriculum and Instruction 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
- One graduate-level course in research approved by adviser
- One graduate-level course in foundations of education approved by adviser
- Course work in the major approved by adviser
- Additional course work approved by adviser
- Successful completion of a comprehensive examination
- Curriculum, Instruction, and the Community
- Critical Practices in Curriculum and Instruction
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- An application with the required application fee
- A statement of purpose
- Letters of recommendation
- Official GRE or GMAT test scores received directly from the testing agency
- Official attested academic records from each college attended in English and the native language
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 700 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 350 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 700 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 350 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northern Illinois 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 Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, United States
Northern Illinois 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- Start Date January 2027
- Language English
- Credits 33
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