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MA Design of Learning Technologies at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

Design of Learning Technologies is a concentration within the 32-point M.A. in Technology, Media and Learning, concentrating on creating and applying innovative technologies guided by pedagogy and cognitive science.

Faculty: Teachers College  |  Department: Mathematics, Science and Technology (Technology, Media and Learning)  |  Duration: 32 credits  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Concentration requirements: Instructional Design of Educational Technology, two programming courses (e.g. Theory and Programming of Interactive Media I and II) and 10 points of additional MSTU courses, plus common MA requirements. The programme has three face-to-face concentrations (Media, Culture and Society; Design of Learning Technologies; Design of Games for Learning); all share a Core Seminar, foundational knowledge, a breadth requirement of 6 points outside TML, and an integrative project.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Technology, Media and Learning MA (all concentrations): Online application with statement of purpose and resume; transcripts or course-by-course evaluations; English proficiency exam results where applicable; $75 application fee; two letters of recommendation; video essay for non-native English speakers. Fall deadline January 15, 2027.

Requirements published at program group level.

Intake: Fall

Duration: 32 credits

Apply through the official page: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/admissions/

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