Program Overview
The Special Education at Northeastern University is a MEd programme in Education over 12 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 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 24,840 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 24,840 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Special Education 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 as an Advanced Field of Study
- Culture, Power, Equity, and Influence
- Special Education: Foundations for Understanding the Inclusive School
- Developmental Language, Literacy, and Writing: Assessment and Instruction
- Adaptive Learning/Behavior Management Strategies: Consultation and Collaboration
- Differentiated Instruction and Assessment in Mathematics
- Teachers as Curriculum Leaders
- Practicum, Portfolio, and Panel Review
- English Language Learners in the General Education Classroom
- Child and Adolescent Variations
- Beyond Behavior Management: Building Classroom Communities for Diverse and Challenging Learners
- Advanced Strategies in Literacy: Readers and Writers Who Struggle
- Assessment in Education
- Critical and Creative Thinking
- Learning and the Brain: Translating Research into Practice
- Issues in Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Online application
- Statement of purpose (500-1000 words): identifying your educational goals and expectations from the program; please be aware that the University\'s academic policy on plagiarism applies to applicant\'s statement of purpose
- Professional resume
- Two letters of recommendation
- Official undergraduate degree documentation
- Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language: English language proficiency guidelines
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 24,840 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 24,840 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 24,840 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 24,840 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northeastern 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 Northeastern University
Northeastern University
Boston, United States
Northeastern 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- Language English
- Duration 12 months