Charlotte,
NC,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction in Charlotte United States | University of North Carolina at Charlotte
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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Charlotte United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,645
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction caters to certified middle school, high school, and ESL teachers looking to deepen their expertise in teaching methods and subject matter while connecting advanced learning with classroom practice. The program also offers a Curriculum Leadership track for educators without licensure who wish to enhance their understanding of curriculum development and instructional strategies. Participants develop the competencies, insights, attitudes, and capabilities needed to take on leadership positions.
Upon completion, graduates demonstrate thorough teaching expertise, theoretical understanding, and reflective practice that informs their instructional approaches, adaptability, and teamwork. They then disseminate this refined knowledge to fellow educators through various leadership channels. The program's structure aligns with both the College's Conceptual Framework and its defined objectives.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an accepted accrediting body
For candidates who will apply for the North Carolina M license, a North Carolina A license (Standard Professional 1 [SP1] Professional Educator's License) in Middle Grades (6-9), Secondary Education (9-12), or English as a Second Language (ESL), or the equivalent from another state in both the concentration and content field of the program to which the candidate is making application
Teaching experience in a middle grades or secondary classroom (Middle Grades or Secondary Education concentrations only)
Candidates enrolled in the Curriculum Leadership concentration cannot apply for M license since the track is not designed to support advanced licensure
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 overall (on a 4.0 scale), if an applicant has earned or attempted a post-baccalaureate degree (i.e., master's, doctoral, or other), grades in that program will also be taken into consideration
A written narrative providing a statement of purpose for master's degree study
Satisfactory recommendations from three professional educators
For non-native English language speakers: official and satisfactory scores on the English language proficiency scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) are required. A minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS is required for admissions consideration.
For candidates who will apply for the North Carolina M license, a North Carolina A license (Standard Professional 1 [SP1] Professional Educator's License) in Middle Grades (6-9), Secondary Education (9-12), or English as a Second Language (ESL), or the equivalent from another state in both the concentration and content field of the program to which the candidate is making application
Teaching experience in a middle grades or secondary classroom (Middle Grades or Secondary Education concentrations only)
Candidates enrolled in the Curriculum Leadership concentration cannot apply for M license since the track is not designed to support advanced licensure
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 overall (on a 4.0 scale), if an applicant has earned or attempted a post-baccalaureate degree (i.e., master's, doctoral, or other), grades in that program will also be taken into consideration
A written narrative providing a statement of purpose for master's degree study
Satisfactory recommendations from three professional educators
For non-native English language speakers: official and satisfactory scores on the English language proficiency scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) are required. A minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS is required for admissions consideration.
Tuition
USD
19,645