Program Overview
The Fine Arts Education at Hofstra University is a MEd 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 Fine Arts 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Hempstead, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Fine Arts 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
- Development and Learning in Childhood and Adolescence
- Information Technology for Teachers
- Perspectives on Educational Practice
- Curriculum Design in Art Education
- Curriculum and Instruction in Art: Elementary
- Curriculum and Instruction in Art: Secondary
- Foundations of Art Therapy Counseling
- Aesthetic Education
- Celebrating Humanity: Aesthetic Experience and Education in Global Perspective
- The Museum as Educator
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 2.75 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).
Admission Requirements
Applications for admission to Master of Science in Education programs in the Department of Teacher Education Programs are made to the Graduate Admission Office. Admissions decisions are based on comprehensive reviews of the following:
- A completed application form to the master\xc2\x92s program.
- Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended, at least one indicating conferral of a baccalaureate degree with a minimum grade point average of 2.75 in
- Overall course work, and
- Course work in fine arts and art history.
- A written personal statement describing the candidate\xc2\x92s goals in the teaching profession and in graduate studies.
- Completion of General Education Core prerequisites for teacher education programs (see below).
- Two letters of reference that address the applicant\xc2\x92s potential to succeed in the teaching profession and in graduate studies.
- A portfolio of arts works (or photographs thereof), including a drawing, a painting, a sculpture, and one additional submission of the student\xc2\x92s choice.
The faculty of the Department of Teacher Education Programs recognize that a single criterion may not reliably predict a candidate\xc2\x92s potential for success in a graduate program and in the teaching profession. Accordingly, candidates may wish to apply if they do not meet one of the criteria but believe that other aspects of their experience may compensate. Students who do not meet the admissions requirements may be advised to complete prerequisite courses under a planned program before becoming eligible for admission. A maximum of 12 s.h. of graduate course work leading toward the master of science in education may be completed prior to matriculation in the program.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Hofstra University 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 Hofstra University
Hofstra University
Hempstead, United States
Hofstra University 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