Program Overview
The Special Education Generalist at Montana State University - Billings is a MSc programme in Education over 36 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 Generalist 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: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 1,005 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 518 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Billings, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Special Education Generalist 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 Design and Interpretation
- Advanced Human Development and Learning
- Aspects of Reading Difficulties
- Assessment of Students with Disabilities
- Legal and Current Issues in Special Education
- Curricular Adaptations for Special Populations
- Best Practices in Teaching Students with Emotional Disturbances
- Best Practices in Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities
- Best Practices in Teaching Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
- Facilitating Positive Behaviors in the Classroom Environment
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).
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0
- Graduate GPA (if applicable) of at least 3.0
- Standardized graduate admission test (GRE)
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,005 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 518 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,005 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 518 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Montana State University - Billings 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 Montana State University - Billings
Montana State University - Billings
Billings, United States
Montana State University - Billings is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 36 months
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