Program Overview
The Education - Language and Literacy at University of South Carolina 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 Education - Language and Literacy 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 13,704 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,399 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
- Location: Columbia, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education - Language and Literacy 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
- Foundations of Reading Instruction
- Instructional Strategies for Reading
- Foundations of Reading Assessment
- Seminar in Classroom Reading Assessment
- Developing and Guiding the Reading Program
- Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Areas
- The Teaching of Literature in the Secondary School
- Teaching Writing in Elementary and Middle School or
- The Teaching of Composition in the Secondary School or
- Issues in Writing Instruction K-12
- Other writing courses approved by advisor
- Introduction to Research in Education or
- Classroom Assessment Methods
- Teaching Reading and Writing to ESOL Learners: Theory and Practice
- Educating African-American Students
- Equity Pedagogies in Teacher Education
- Other diversity-based courses approved by advisor that focus on underserved student populations
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
What application materials are required by all departments in The Graduate School?
- A baccalaureate degree (or the international equivalent) from an accredited college or university
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended for course credit
- Standardized test scores (consult the program to which you are applying for particular test requirements)
- Two or more letters of recommendation
- Application
- Application Fee
- English Proficiency Requirement*
- Other Supporting Materials**
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 13,704 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,399 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 13,704 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,399 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Carolina 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 South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Columbia, United States
University of South Carolina 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 2015-10-17
- Start Date 2018-01-09
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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