Program Overview
The Elementary Education at College of Charleston is a Master 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 Elementary Education 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
- Tuition: USD 16,249 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,262 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Charleston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Elementary 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
- [\'Field Experience II in Elementary Education\', "Advanced Teaching Writing/Design with Children\'s Literature and Multimodal Texts, 2-6", \'Science for the Elementary School Teacher\', \'Social Studies and Humanities for Early Childhood and Elementary Teachers\', \'Theories and Strategies for Developing Literacies\', \'Elementary School Arithmetic: Content and Instruction\', \'Teaching Diverse Learners\', \'Creativity and the Fine Arts\', \'Creating Effective Learning Communities\', \'Advanced Curriculum, Instruction and Literacies Assessment (2-6): Field Experience III\']
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 2.5 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).
- Official GRE scores; official TOEFL scores if your primary language is not English
- Undergraduate coursework reflecting a broad liberal arts background.
- A professional re?sume? and two letters of recommendation regarding your academic and/or work experience. One should be from someone who has observed you working with children.
- A statement of purpose describing why the candidate seeks to pursue the M.A.T. program and a career in teaching.
- Self-assessment of dispositions
- Statement of ability to perform essential teaching duties under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 16,249 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,262 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 16,249 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,262 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact College of Charleston 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 College of Charleston
College of Charleston
Charleston, United States
College of Charleston 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 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-02-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months