Program Overview
The Special Education and Teaching at University of West Georgia is a MEd programme in Education, delivered Online. 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 Special Education and Teaching 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: Online
- Tuition: USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Special Education and Teaching 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
- Research in Education
- Regulations and Requirements in Special Education
- Educational Characteristics of Learners: Mild Disabilities
- Professional Seminar
- Ecological Development of Exceptional Learners
- Classroom Behavior Management
- Basic Curriculum and Methods: General Curriculum
- Practicum: Interrelated
- Practicum II: Special Education
- Technology in Special Education
- Urban and Multicultural Issues in Special Education
- Assessment in Special Education
- Advanced Differentiated Instruction
- Direct Instruction Methodology for Reading and Mathematics
- Strategies for Challenging Behaviors
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Follow these steps to apply to a graduate program
- Step 1 \xc2\x96 Online Application
- Step 2 \xc2\x96 Official Transcripts and All Required Documents
- Step 3 \xc2\x96 Graduate Entrance Exam
- Step 4 \xc2\x96 Program Specific Requirements
- Step 5 \xc2\x96 Verification of Lawful Presence
- Step 7 -\xc2\xa0Check the status of your application
Program Specific Admittance Guidelines
- Complete requirements for a Bachelors degree from an accredited institution
- Present a cumulative 3.0 (4.0 scale) grade point average or higher on all undergraduate work
- Present a current renewable certificate in Special Education
- Present current official scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) showing competitive scores
- Submit a personal statement of purpose, not to exceed 200 words, that identifies the applicant\'s reasons for pursuing graduate study
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 312 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of West Georgia 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 West Georgia
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, United States
University of West Georgia is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-12-17
- Start Date 2018-01-06
- Language English