Program Overview
The Science Education at The State University of New Jersey 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 Science 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
- Tuition: USD 14,064 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 8,268 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: New Brunswick, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Science 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
- Demonstration and Technology in Science Education
- Biology and Society
- Development of Ideas in Physical Science
- Teaching Physical Science
- Teaching Life Science
- Research Internship in Science Education
- Understanding Evolution: A Classroom Perspective
- Multiple Representations in Physical Science
- Topics in Science Education: Learning in Informal Contexts
- Science Education Practicum
- Design of Learning Environments
- Inquiry and the Design of Learning Environments
- Motivation in the Classroom
- Cognition and Memory
- Cooperative and Collaborative
- LearningLearning through
- Problem Solving
- Memory Systems and Processes
- Topics in Educational Psychology: Seminar on Reasoning
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Career goal statement, research interest statement, writing sample or published paper and interview. Interview to register for non-matriculated.
- GRE General, transcripts, personal statement, and three letters of recommendation.
- Explain why you are applying to the program, how the program matches your goals, and how it addresses your educational needs.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 14,064 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 8,268 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 14,064 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 8,268 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The State University of New Jersey 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 The State University of New Jersey
The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, United States
The State University of New Jersey, commonly known as Rutgers University, is a public research university headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States. Founded in 1766, it is one of...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-17
- Language English
- Duration 24 months