Program Overview
The International Education at School for International Training is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Education over 12 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 International 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 19,995 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 19,995 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Brattleboro, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International 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
- On-Campus Coursework - first two weeks in June
- Online Coursework and Reflective Practice (the remainder of the year) - 10 to 15 hours of online coursework per week, plus Reflective Practice in student\x92s current job
- Foundations in Intercultural Service, Leadership, and Management
- Practitioner Inquiry
- Theory, Practice, and Policy of International Education
- International Education Program Planning and Design
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be considered for admission to the Graduate Certificate in International Education program, an applicant must meet the following criteria:
- US bachelor\'s degree or an equivalent that demonstrates academic ability
- Demonstrated English language ability (see details below)
- Intercultural and professional experience
- Demonstrated ability to use experience as a source of learning
- Students must have a job in the field of international education to complete their practicum requirement
English Language Ability
Applicants whose first language is not English and who did not graduate from an English-speaking institution in a country whose official language is English submit test scores for the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), the IELTS (International English Language Testing System), or the PTE (Pearson Test of English). (Applicants can access free TOEFL and IELTS practice tests online.)
Applicants taking the TOEFL must receive a minimum score of- 600 on the paper-based test (PBT)
- 250 on the computer-based test (CBT), or
- 100 on the internet-based iBT.
- Applicants taking the IELTS must receive a score of Band 7.0 or higher.
- Applicants taking the PTE must receive a minimum score of 68.
SIT Graduate Institute\xc2\x92s Selection Process
Our admissions staff work one-on-one with every applicant to facilitate a highly informed and multidimensional admissions experience: applicants are encouraged to attend an open house, talk with SIT faculty and staff, and hear from current students and alumni. As applicants become familiar with the attributes of an SIT education \xc2\x97 grounded in the experiential learning model and focused on social justice and leadership skills in intercultural environments \xc2\x97 they determine for themselves in what ways SIT can help them meet their educational and career objectives.English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 19,995 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 19,995 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 19,995 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 19,995 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact School for International Training 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 School for International Training
School for International Training
Brattleboro, United States
School for International Training is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months