Program Overview
The Social Studies Education at University of Maine is a Postgraduate Certificate 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 Social Studies 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 20,415 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,720 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Orono, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Studies 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
- Practicum: Urban and Rural Development
- Educational Research
- Educational Practicum (Activity)
- Graduate Apprenticeship
- Educational Internship
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Domestic Applicants
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- Three\nletters of recommendation \n
- Official\ntranscript of all previous college or university work \n
- Official test\nscores \n
- A\n$65 application fee \n
International Applicants
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- A\ncompleted online application \n
- Three\nletters of recommendation \n
- Official\ntranscript of all previous college or university work \n
- Official\ntest scores \n
- A\n$65 application fee \n
- Certificate of Finances \n
- Official TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE Academic scores \n
- A\ncopy of passport or visa \n
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,415 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,720 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 20,415 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,720 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maine 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 of Maine
University of Maine
Orono, United States
public research university in Orono, Maine, United States
University Profile- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
