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Tuition USD 26,798 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 23,996 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MEd
Duration 2 year(s)
Delivery On-campus
Location Denton, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Higher Education at University of North Texas 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 Higher 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

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  4. Tuition: USD 26,798 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 23,996 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Denton, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Higher Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Cultural Pluralism in Higher Education (3 hrs)
Examines the role of cultural pluralism in U.S. higher education. Focuses on issues of race, ethnicity and gender, and their implications for the change processes of colleges and universities.
Finance and Budgeting in Higher Education (3 hrs)
Introduction to major elements of budgeting and finance in higher education. Designed to comprehensively address the budget process in colleges and universities, as well as the impact of budget activities on all areas of planning and operations within a higher education institution.
History and Philosophy of Higher Education (3 hrs)
Study of the development of higher education in the United States, including the forces that have shaped institutions and institutional culture and practice. Identification of the significant events and philosophies that have influenced the evolution of higher education institutions and analysis of the implications of these for practice and for the future of higher education.
Organization and Administration of Higher Education (3 hrs)
Examination of the theoretical principles of organizational behavior, leadership and institutional culture applied to a functional examination of administrative roles in higher education.
Educational Statistics (3 hrs)
Descriptive and inferential statistical concepts and techniques commonly used in educational research. Organization of data, graphical representation, measures of central tendency and variability, normal distribution curve, sampling theory and tests of significant differences between related and independent samples.
Student Demographics (3 hrs)
Designed to increase knowledge and learning in the area of college student demographics and current student issues. Provides a comprehensive examination of the demographics and collegiate experiences of today’s postsecondary education student populations in light of current conceptualizations, perspectives and research. Topics include characteristics of entering students and student subcultures.

Admission Requirements

Detailed admission requirements are not specified. Common requirements may include:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Academic transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS)

For specific requirements, please contact the university directly.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 26,798 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 23,996 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 26,798 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 23,996 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of North Texas 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 North Texas

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University of North Texas

Denton, United States

University of North Texas is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 2 year(s)
  • Credits 36