Special Education: Area of Study in Visual Impairment (p-12) Med Endorsement
University of Nebraska-LincolnProgram Overview
The Special Education: Area of Study in Visual Impairment (p-12) Med Endorsement at University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a MEd programme in Education over 30 months, 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: Area of Study in Visual Impairment (p-12) Med Endorsement 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: 30 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 609 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 325 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Special Education: Area of Study in Visual Impairment (p-12) Med Endorsement 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 of Visual Impairment
- Braille Codes and Material Adaptations
- Intermediate Braille Codes and Instructional Material Adaptations
- Applied Technology Methods
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Application for Graduate Admission
- $50 non-refundable application processing fee
- One set of transcripts, uploaded to MyRED (see transcript upload requirements)
- If your native language is not English: verification of English proficiency
- If you are not a US citizen and you expect to hold an F or J visa: financial resource information
- See also: steps to admission.
- Entrance exam(s): GRE
- Minimum English proficiency: Paper TOEFL 550, Internet TOEFL 80, IELTS 6.5
- Statement of Personal/Professional Goals
- Resume
- Three recommendation letters
- Statement of Writing or Research (Ph.D. only)
- Mentor/Advisor agreement (Ph.D. Only)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 609 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 325 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 609 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 325 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Nebraska-Lincoln 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.
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Lincoln, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 30 months
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