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The early years of a child’s education are crucial for establishing a foundation for lifelong learning and success. Formalize your efforts and desire to help children develop essential skills by earning your Master of Education degree in Early Childhood Education online or at our Manchester, N.H., campus.

If you are passionate about helping young children achieve important developmental milestones and find great joy in fostering a patient and understanding learning environment, this degree will help you on your career path.

Successful completion of this program prepares you for New Hampshire state licensure in Early Childhood Education (pre-K through third grade). The Early Childhood Education degree program also offers a customized track for certified teachers seeking an additional endorsement.

Benefits of the MEd in Early Childhood
Education Degree:

- Offered by a respected, private, nonprofit university.

- Online or on campus courses with flexible schedules for busy teachers.

- No GMAT or GRE required for admission.

- Learn innovative curriculum, leadership and educational practices from instructors who are accomplished academics and industry experts.

- One-to-one personalized support from an academic advisor.

- Graduate in less than two years, with two courses per 10-week term.

- In-class and online Early Childhood Education degree course work leads to the same Southern New Hampshire University diploma.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or should anticipate completion of a bachelor's degree before enrollment in the graduate program.

International applicants
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- Applicants should have the equivalent of a US bachelor’s degree

- Applicants will require the equivalent of 2.75 on a 4.0 grading scale for admission consideration.

- Applicants who have some master’s level academic work may be eligible for transfer credits or exemptions.

- Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency as evidenced by: TOEFL score 79-80 and greater, IELTS 6.5 and greater, PPTE 54 and greater, ELS 107 and greater, Michigan 90 and greater. It is recommended that you have TOEFL and IELTS results sent directly to SNHU to avoid delays. SNHU’s TOEFL code is 3649. The TOIEC examination is not accepted.

- English Bridge Applicants with the following scores will start in a bridge program combining English courses and academic courses: TOEFL 71-78, IELTS 6, PTE 49-53, ELS 112, EF 106, Michigan 85-89. English as a Second Language (ESL): Students with scores of TOEFL less than 71, IELTS less than 6.0, PTE less than 48, ELS less than 112, EF less than 106, and Michigan less than 85, can register and attend English as a Second Language (ESL) program

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The Master of Education is an innovative and practical course for professional educators. It has pathways relevant for teachers and educational leaders from all sectors, including early childhood, primary, secondary, vocational education and training and higher education. It enables educators to significantly advance their practice in a range of areas including leadership, innovation and change, student wellbeing and educational research and evaluation.

Significant advanced standing (or credit) is available for those with relevant previous learning and expertise. Educational professionals can enrol in the full award or complete individual units as professional development.

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Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year, international students exempt)

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These programs enable teachers to extend and update their knowledge in a specialised area of interest. The Master of Education has international standing and is seen as a prestigious qualification for educators who wish to become leaders in their chosen fields.
The three courses, Graduate Certificate of Education, Master of Education, and Master of Education with Honours, are designed to allow students to build on their education studies and ultimately to reach the level of award they desire.

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This Coursework Masters provides an opportunity for motivated professionals concerned with educational practice to undertake advanced coursework in a field of particular interest.

Study of the advanced coursework units will provide students with knowledge and understandings across a range of specialist areas suited to each student's needs and choices.

This course will support graduates in professional advancement as teachers, leaders and administrators.

Disciplines available for specialisation include:
- Behaviour Management
- Educational Leadership
- Learning Difficulties
- Literacy Education
- Special Education
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Entry Requirements

Places in the program are available through competitive admission. Selection by the Course Coordinator is based on academic qualifications. Special entry applicants will also be considered by the Course Coordinator. Details as follows:

Academic Qualifications:
a) Bachelor of Education degree; or
b) Bachelor level degree in any other field, plus a Graduate Diploma of Education or equivalent

Special entry:
a) Bachelor level degree in any other field, plus extensive professional experience; or
b) Three-year trained teacher with extensive professional experience

Evidence to support the applicant's professional experience will be required when applying for special entry.

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This is a three semester coursework degree designed to provide the education profession and the community in general with leaders capable of addressing critical issues in educational practice, policy and research. It is designed for: teachers, educational administrators, and other education professionals who seek to extend and deepen their expertise in Education; professionals carrying out educational duties in other relevant fields who seek professional development and renewal; and those planning to proceed to the Doctor of Education.

Students undertake a research-based project of 6 points and 30 points of coursework: a total of 10 units including the project. This is a coursework-classified course and it can be completed in internal or external mode or a combination of modes.

Entry Requirements

Recognised Bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent training, and a graduate-entry course in Education requiring at least a half year of full-time study, or part-time equivalent,
OR a recognised Bachelor of Education or higher, or equivalent training, requiring at least four years of full-time study, or part-time equivalent,
OR individual applications to be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants with a three-year Bachelor of Arts in Education may be accepted. Applicants will need to demonstrate that experience gained in the BA and any subsequent studies and or professional experience has provided them with the knowledge and skills to undertake the Master of Education.

Participants may apply for credit for professional workplace learning or work completed through accredited professional development courses or continuing education. Credit may also be granted for Masters-level units completed in other courses at Murdoch or at other higher education institutions.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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