Program Overview
The Secondary Education at University at Albany is a MSc programme in Education, 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 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 23,857 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,517 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Albany, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Secondary 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
- Teachers in Context
- Assessment in Education
- Media Literacy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
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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).
- Minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA overall and in a major in the prospective teaching field
- 3 letters of recommendation, with at least two from college teachers in the content area
- GRE test scores
- Two semesters of a world language other than English
- Evidence of
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- A personal interview
- For MSSE in Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Earth Science): general coursework in all four science areas and in mathematics, as well as a major (or equivalent) in the area they wish to teach.
- For MSSE in Mathematics: a major in Mathematics (or its equivalent), including appropriate coursework in calculus, algebraic theory, geometry, statistics, and probability.
- For MSSE in English: a major in English (or its equivalent), with at least one course each in Shakespeare, American Literature, British Literature, World Literature, Composition, and Grammar/linguistics.
- For MSSE in Social Studies: a major (or its equivalent) in a social studies area including 6 credits each in U.S. and European History.
- For MSSE in World Languages (French, Spanish): a major (or its equivalent) in the subject they wish to teach.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 23,857 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,517 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 23,857 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 12,517 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University at Albany 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 University at Albany
University at Albany
Albany, United States
The State University of New York at Albany is a public research university in Albany, New York, United States. Founded in 1844, it is one of four "university centers" of the State University of...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 18 months
- Credits 36