Program Overview
The Occupational and Technical Studies at Old Dominion University is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Occupational and Technical Studies 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 20,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Norfolk, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Occupational and Technical Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Curriculum Development in Occupational Education and Training
- Instructional Strategies for Innovation in Training and Occupational Education
- Instructional Technology in Education and Training
- Trends and Issues in Occupational Education
- Administration and Management of Education and Training Programs
- Foundations of Adult Education and Training
- Administration and Management of Education and Training Programs
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 2.8 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).
- hold an undergraduate degree in a related field or have work experience in an occupational/technical area,
- have an overall grade point average of 2.80 with a 3.00 in major courses,
- complete the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Miller Analogy Test and
- submit two letters of recommendation.
- submit a 500 word essay on how earning a M.S. in Occupational and Technical studies contributes to the achievement of career goals.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 20,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Old Dominion 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 Old Dominion University
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, United States
Old Dominion 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- Start Date Admissions 1004
- Language English
- Duration 24 months