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Degree MEd
Duration 72 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Montclair, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Special Education at Montclair State University is a MEd programme in Education over 72 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 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

  1. Duration: 72 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Montclair, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Special Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Art and Special Education
  2. Graduate Visual Arts Workshop
  3. Learning and Development in Children With and Without Disabilities
  4. Observation and Assessment of Young Children with Disabilities: Birth to Age
  5. Strengthening Partnerships with Families of Children with Disabilities
  6. Language and Early Literacy Development
  7. Critical Basics of Media and Technology Production
  8. Evaluation and Selection of Educational Media
  9. Literature for Adolescents
  10. Literacies, Digital Technology and Learning
  11. Evaluation and Planning for Students with Learning Problems I
  12. Educating Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities
  13. Transition Services for Students with Disabilities
  14. Teaching Organization and Study Skills for the Inclusive Classroom
  15. Medical and Physical Bases of Disabilities
  16. Consultation Methods in Psychoeducational Settings

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

As an adult student applicant, your application will be considered based on a holistic review of the required credentials.
  • Official transcripts (high school and/or college, depending on your level of study)
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • Standardized test scores if available are optional. (SAT or ACT: Students submitting ACT scores, only, must have also take the optional writing portion or the scores will be deemed incomplete for the purpose of making a decision.)
  • Additional supporting documentation such as your r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9, awards, certificates, extra curricular activities
Though they take all factors into consideration when reviewing an adult student application, the Personal Statement is a particularly integral part of the admission process. Your ability to describe your activities and intentions in a clear, concise and thoughtful manner will be evaluated during the application review process. Full consideration and thought should be given to the Personal Statement. When crafting your Personal Statement, you should demonstrate what you have learned both from formal education and from life experiences. The Personal Statement provides you the opportunity to demonstrate the educational value of your experiences and how they should be evaluated against a college curriculum.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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About Montclair State University

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Montclair State University

Montclair, United States

Montclair State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....

University Profile
  • Start Date ment 2024
  • Language English
  • Duration 72 months