Literacy Studies (Birth-Grade 6) and Special Education (Birth-Grade 2) or (Grades 1-6)
Hofstra UniversityProgram Overview
The Literacy Studies (Birth-Grade 6) and Special Education (Birth-Grade 2) or (Grades 1-6) 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 Literacy Studies (Birth-Grade 6) and Special Education (Birth-Grade 2) or (Grades 1-6) 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 1,240 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,240 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Hempstead, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Literacy Studies (Birth-Grade 6) and Special Education (Birth-Grade 2) or (Grades 1-6) 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
- Introduction to Bilingual and Biliteracy Instruction for Children and Adolescents
- Language, Culture and Identity: Literacy Issues for Teachers and Children
- Family, Community, and School Literacies: Cultural Perspectives
- Literacy Learning at Home and in School: Social Contexts of Young Children Learning to Read and Write
- Language and Literacy in Early Childhood and Childhood
- Reading and Writing Practices in Early Childhood and Childhood
- Literature in the Lives of Young Children
- Introduction to Portfolio Preparation
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 3 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
- BA or BS degree, with minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Two letters of recommendation.
- Possession of a New York state initial or professional teaching certificate in early childhood or childhood education (See Note (c) below).
- Interview with faculty members in literacy studies and special education.
- A written statement of purpose is required for special education.
- Graduate students who enter a program of study on a non-matriculated basis are limited to a maximum of 12 semester hours of course work.
- A maximum of 6 semester hours of advanced standing may be accepted for relevant graduate course work taken elsewhere.
- Students who have initial/professional certification in an area of study other than those listed above in #3 should speak to the department adviser.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,240 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,240 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,240 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,240 (Tuition (Credit)) — 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
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Hempstead, United States
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