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Speech and Hearing Sciences (Deaf Education)

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Tuition USD 493 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 402 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 14 months
Deadline 2002-04-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Hattiesburg, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Speech and Hearing Sciences (Deaf Education) at University of Southern Mississippi is a MSc programme in Education over 14 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 Speech and Hearing Sciences (Deaf 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: 14 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: USD 493 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 402 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
  5. Location: Hattiesburg, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Speech and Hearing Sciences (Deaf 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. SHS 689 - Practicum in Education of the Deaf
  2. SHS 538 - Problems in Academic Subjects for the Hard-of-Hearing and Deaf
  3. SHS 718 - Seminar in Psychology of the Deaf and Speech Handicapped
  4. SHS 637 - Advanced Clinical Practicum I
  5. SHS 655 - Pre-academic Readiness/Early Literacy for DHH

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Requirements for Graduate StudentsGraduate application materials for international applicants are maintained by the International Student and Scholar Services office. Admission to a graduate program must first be approved by the chair of the department in which the student plans to study. After approval by the department admission decisions must then be approved by the college dean and The Graduate School.Prospective international students must provide proof of English proficiency through a TOEFL or IELTS exam. They must also take an exam appropriate to the department to which they are applying. Most departments require the GRE. The College of Business and a few selected other degree programs require the GMAT. Programs in the education and psychology fields may accept the MAT. You should check you\xc2\x92re your particular department to find out which exam is required for admission to your proposed program. Please be certain to request a copy of your test scores be sent to Southern Miss. The ETS code used for test reporting to The University of Southern Mississippi is 1479.Eligibility for admission will be determined when all required application materials have been submitted. These items should be received before the deadline date of the semester for which the student is applying.Applicants to a graduate program should submit the following:
  • Application online
  • $60 application fee
  • Official copy of TOEFL score from ETS or IELTS score from testing service
  • Official copy of GRE, GMAT, or MAT score from testing service
  • Official copies of all previous colleges or universities attended
  • Official copies of degree certificates or diplomas for all previous degrees completed
  • Three letters of recommendation (upload to application file)
  • Statement of Purpose (upload to application file)

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 493 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 402 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 493 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 402 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Southern Mississippi 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.

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Hattiesburg, United States

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline 2002-04-18
  • Start Date 2017-11-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 14 months
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