Program Overview
The Special Education High Incidence (Modified Program Specialty Program) at Vanderbilt University is a MEd 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 High Incidence (Modified Program Specialty Program) 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 7
- Tuition: USD 1,708 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,708 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Nashville, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Special Education High Incidence (Modified Program Specialty Program) 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
- Education and Psychology of Exceptional Learners
- Management Procedures for Academic and Social Behavior
- Field Work in Special Education Teaching
- Advanced Field Work in Special Education
- Extended Student Teaching for Graduate Students
- Research Methods in Special Education
- Trends and Issues in Learning Disabilities
- Trends and Issues for Students with Behavior Disorders
- Issues and Procedures in the Assessment of Students with High-Incidence Disabilities
- Instructional Principles and Procedures in Mathematics for Students with Disabilities
- Instructional Principles and Procedures in Reading for Students with Disabilities
- Advanced Principles and Procedures in Reading and Writing for Students with Disabilities
- Administering Ethical Behavior Analytic Services
- Advanced Procedures in Classroom Management and Social Skills Instruction for Students with Mild/Mod
- Teaching Special Education in Secondary Schools
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The following requirements\napply to applications for most programs in the Graduate School. For\nprogram-specific questions or additional requirements, please directly contact\nyour program of interest.
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- Graduate\nRecord Exam (GRE) \n
- Language\nProficiency Exam (TOEFL or IELTS) \n
- Transcripts \n
- Statement\nof purpose \n
- Letters\nof recommendation \n
Once all sections are\ncomplete, you should submit your application from the Review page by clicking\n"Submit Application." Please complete all required fields in the\nonline application form. The Review page will indicate any sections with\nmissing information.
\nPlease provide all materials requested in the application form. For any\nadditional materials, you can upload those on your Application Status Page,\nwhich you will see AFTER you submit the application.English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,708 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,708 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,708 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,708 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Vanderbilt University 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 Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, United States
Vanderbilt University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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