Program Overview
The Educational Administration and Policy Studies at University at Albany 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 Educational Administration and Policy Studies 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 22,210 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 22,210 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Albany, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Educational Administration and Policy Studies 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
- [\'Core requirements (6-9 credits): Aps 600, 601, and the statistics requirement. The statistics requirement may be met by either taking an approved quantitative research methods course (e.g. Aps 614 or see your advisor for other courses that qualify), or by passing a departmental research methods exam (in which case an additional three credits must be taken in one of the other areas).\', \'Concentration (9 credits minimum) in the chosen area of specialization (K-12, higher education, or education policy).\', \'Support discipline courses (6 credits minimum) such as philosophy, economics, sociology, psychology and political science.\', \'Additional education and elective courses (9 credits minimum) to support the chosen concentration.\', "Research (3 credits): Aps 680 Seminar or Aps 699 Master\'s Thesis."]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Each prospective graduate student must submit a formal application for admission and receive a formal letter of admission before registering for courses. Graduate students are expected to hold a bachelor\'s degree from a college or university of recognized standing.
Their preparation must be appropriate to the program they wish to pursue, and their academic record should promise success in a graduate program.Students who wish to apply for entrance to a master\'s program or who wish to enter doctoral or certificate of advanced study programs within the School of Education must apply directly for admission to the University Office of Graduate Admissions and Policy.In addition to criteria for general admission to graduate study, doctoral applicants must submit a satisfactory score from the aptitude test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Applicants for the Certificate of Advanced Study must have completed a masters degree.An interview with at least one full-time member of the educational administration faculty may be requested for all certificate and doctoral applicants. This interview is structured, but time is allowed for applicants to pursue their own questions.A limited number of students may be admitted as "nondegree students." A nondegree student usually is allowed to take up to 12 credits or four courses before considering or being considered for degree status.An applicant seeking to qualify for state certification for administrative supervisory service in public schools must have completed initial preparation for teaching and hold, as a minimum, a provisional certificate valid for teaching in the public schools of New York, or equivalent preparation.An applicant who has completed graduate study with specialization in an appropriate field may apply for admission with advanced standing.English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 22,210 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 22,210 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 22,210 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 22,210 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University at Albany 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 at Albany
University at Albany
Albany, United States
The State University of New York at Albany is a public research university in Albany, New York, United States. Founded in 1844, it is one of four "university centers" of the State University of...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
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