Program Overview
The Special Education - for In-Service at University of Southern Maine is a MSc 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 Special Education - for In-Service 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 1,063 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 363 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Gorham, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Special Education - for In-Service 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
- Universal Design Implemented
- Directed Study
- Clinical Research Methods
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
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).
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- Electronic\napplication submitted online. \n
- Application\nfee of $65.00 paid online. \n
- Resume. \n
- Official\ntranscripts from all colleges or universities attended \n
- Essay. \n
- Standardized\ntest scores, if required by program.\xc2\xa0 \n
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- Declaration\nof Finances (international students only). \n
- TOEFL\nscores, required by all programs for international students whose first\nlanguage is not English. \n
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English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,063 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 363 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,063 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 363 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southern 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 Southern Maine
University of Southern Maine
Portland, United States
University of Southern Maine 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 2001-05-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 24 months