Program Overview
The Secondary Education - 5th-Year Nontraditional at Samford University is a Master programme in Education over 16 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 Secondary Education - 5th-Year Nontraditional 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: 16 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Homewood, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Secondary Education - 5th-Year Nontraditional 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
- Foundations and Issues
- Student Development and Learning
- Methods, Management and Technology
- Exceptional Learners and Collaboration
- Curriculum, Reading, and Assessment
- Internship for Secondary Education
- Teaching Physical Education
- Teaching Secondary Spanish
- Teaching Secondary English
- Teaching Secondary Mathematics
- Teaching Secondary Science
- Teaching Secondary Social Studies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Academic ability is evaluated on the basis of undergraduate and graduate academic records, a competitive score on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and academic recognition. Applicants must have a bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited institution prior to enrolling in the program. International applicants also should review our English proficiency requirements.
- Managerial potential is evaluated on the basis of the applicant\'s work experience and professional recognition. Work experience is preferred, but not required. Involvement in continuing education and extracurricular, community and church activities are considered as part of the admission process.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Samford 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 Samford University
Samford University
Birmingham, United States
Samford 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- Language English
- Duration 16 months
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