Program Overview
The Education with a Major in Media (Instructional Technology) at University of West Georgia is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Education over 18 months, delivered Online. 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 with a Major in Media (Instructional Technology) 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: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- Tuition: USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education with a Major in Media (Instructional Technology) 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
- Designing Technology Enhanced Instruction
- Supervision of School Library Media Programs
- Data Networks for Instruction
- Introduction to Distance Learning
- Advanced Multimedia
- The Distance Education Professional
- Assessing Learning in Technology-Enhanced Instruction
- Special Topics in Media
- Visual and Media Literacy for Teaching and Learning
- Diffusion of Innovations
- Leading and Managing Instructional Technology Programs
- Issues in Instructional Technology
- Issues in School Library Media
- Program Evaluation
- Research on Media and Instructional Technology
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 2.7 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).
Follow these steps to apply to a graduate program
- Step 1 \xc2\x96 Online Application
- Step 2 \xc2\x96 Official Transcripts and All Required Documents
- Step 3 \xc2\x96 Graduate Entrance Exam
- Step 4 \xc2\x96 Program Specific Requirements
- Step 5 \xc2\x96 Verification of Lawful Presence
- Step 7 -\xc2\xa0Check the status of your application
Program Specific Admittance Guidelines
- Students must hold a master\'s degree from a regionally accredited institution to be admitted to the program.
- A teaching certificate is not required for this program, but teacher certification is required for students seeking a certificate upgrade from the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
- GPA of 3.0 or higher on most recent degree.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of West Georgia 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 West Georgia
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, United States
University of West Georgia 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 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-06
- Language English
- Duration 18 months
- Credits 30