Program Overview
The Elementary Education at University of Pittsburgh is a MEd programme in Education over 24 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 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: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
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
- EDUC 2000-PSYCHOLOGY OF LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR EDUCATION-3
- EDUC 2100-EDUCATION AND SOCIETY-3
- EDUC 2201/PSYED 2001-INTRO TO RESEARCH METHODOLOGY-3
- IL 2516-INCLUSIVE SETTING CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES-3
- IL 2523-LITERACY ASSESSMENT & INSTRUCTION FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN INCLUSIVE SETNGS IN ELEM CLSSRMS-3
- IL 2501-STUDENT W/DISABILITIES IN THE ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM-3
- Reading Education (IL 2201)
- English Education (IL 2243, IL 2246, IL 2235, IL2239)
- Social Studies Education (IL 2269, IL 2276)
- Science Education (IL 2421)
- Mathematics Education (IL 2474)
- Foreign Language Education (ESL and LEP learners) (IL 2257) 9
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Official, third-party evaluation of all international transcripts for applicants who have not received a master\'s degree within the United States.\xc2\xa0
- If you are new to the University of Pittsburgh, submit a letter of recommendation from two people who know your academic work and/or your clinical work in elementary classrooms.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA in your teacher certification program (undergraduate or graduate).
- A written career goal statement if you are new to the University of Pittsburgh. If you are a returning student, this requirement is waived.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, United States
University of Pittsburgh 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- Language English
- Duration 24 months