Program Overview
The Special Education at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi 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 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 12,560 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 12,560 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Corpus Christi, United States, United States
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
- Individuals with Exceptionalities in the Schools
- Application of Learning Principles
- Students with Behavior Disorders
- Developmental Linguistics
- Reading and Language Strategies for Students with Exceptionalities
- For more information please visit the program website
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate course work taken at any accredited college or University attended (International applicants will be required to submit relevant International transcripts)
- Essay: Special education is a dynamic field and we can expect many changes in the next 25 years. Please describe, in 500 words or less, the changes you expect to see in programs and services for students with low-incidence disabilities 25 years in the future.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 12,560 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 12,560 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 12,560 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 12,560 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi 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 Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
United States
Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi is a public research university on Ward Island in Corpus Christi, Texas, United States. It is part of the Texas A&M University System and classified among "R2:...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-18
- Language English
- Duration 24 months