Program Overview
The Education at University of the Virgin Islands is a MA 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 programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Virgin Islands, U.S. 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
- Tuition: USD 735 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 368 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Charlotte Amalie, Virgin Islands, U.S.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the 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
- Basic Research Techniques
- Measurements and Evaluation
- Educational Psychology
- Foundations of American Education
- Foundations of Guidance
- Independent Study
- Thesis
- Fundamentals of School Administration
- Organization and Governance of American Education
- Supervision of Instruction and Staff Development
- Seminar on Issues in Educational Administration
- Curriculum Development
- Theories, Strategies, and Techniques of Counseling
- Group/Family Counseling and Consultation
- Career Development Counseling
- Seminar in Current Trends and Problems in Counseling
- Practicum in Counseling
- Introductions to Computers in Education
- Introduction to Educational Technology
- Computer Applications in Schools
- Educational Technology in the Learning Process
- Practicum in Educational Technology
- Supervision of Reading Instruction
- Fundamentals of Developmental Reading Instruction
- Reading Diagnosis and Remediation for Classroom
- Literature for Children and Adolescents
- Research and Trends in Reading and Writing
- Characteristics of Exceptional Children
- Special Education: Strategies and Design
- Internship/Seminar in Special Education
- Behavior Management in Educational Settings
- Assessment in Special Education
- Dean: Linda Thomas, Ph.D.
- Department Chair: Denis Griffith, Ph.D.
- Administrative Assistant: Nathalie Roumou
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 735 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 368 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 735 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 368 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the Virgin Islands 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 the Virgin Islands
University of the Virgin Islands
Charlotte Amalie, United States
University of the Virgin Islands is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months