Program Overview
The Educational Leadership & Policy Studies at University of Richmond is a MEd 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 Leadership & 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 600 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 600 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Educational Leadership & 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
- Foundations of Educational Leadership Studies
- Data for Decision-Making
- Leading and Supervising Instruction
- Communicating and Leading
- School Law and Ethics
- Reflective Leadership Seminar I
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 3.3 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).
- Pick an application and term in the grid and submit the\nappropriate online application with your fee ($35 undergraduate, $50 graduate)
- Have original transcripts for ALL college-level work sent to\nthe School. You may use the Transcript Request Form for non-UR transcripts
- Make arrangements to submit required supporting materials.\nRequirements vary by program and are detailed in the online application
- English Proficiency
- Transcript and Mark Sheet Evaluation
- The University of Richmond Office of International Education\nhandles the process of procuring student visas. Student visas will be issued\nonly AFTER an applicant has been admitted to a degree program
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 600 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 600 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 600 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 600 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Richmond 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 Richmond
University of Richmond
University of Richmond, United States
University of Richmond is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-07-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 31 semesters
- Credits 31
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