Program Overview
The Teaching at Duke University is a MA programme in Education over 7 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 Teaching 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: 7 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 24,750 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
- Location: Durham, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Teaching 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
- Educating Adolescents (3 units)
- Effective Teaching Strategies (3 units)
- Teaching Diverse Learners (2 units)
- Teaching Diverse Learners (1 unit)
- Technology, Society & Schools (2 units)
- Year-long teaching internship/seminar
- Internship and Reflective Practice (5 units)
- Internship and Content Methodology (5 units)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- An undergraduate degree in the intended teaching field (or closely related field)
- Undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0
- Acceptable GRE scores (verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing)
- Letters of recommendation which speak to the applicant\'s ability to pursue graduate level work as well as his/her capacity to work as a secondary school teacher
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 24,750 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 24,750 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Duke 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 Duke University
Duke University
Durham, United States
Duke 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 7 months