College Instruction (Graduate Certificate) at University of Connecticut

Programme overview

Effective teaching in undergraduate and graduate classrooms is becoming an increasingly important consideration in hiring faculty. The Graduate Certificate in College Instruction (GCCI) is intended for students interested in deepening their theoretical and practical understanding of college teaching and in preparing for employment in higher education. The certificate provides learners the foundations of higher education pedagogy, opportunities to develop a teaching philosophy and approach, and an exploration of a variety of instructional techniques and classroom management strategies in college settings. Campus: Storrs Campus.

Study mode: full-time | Location: Storrs, CT, United States

What you will study

In addition, all students must take a minimum of six elective credits which explicitly focus on some aspect of instruction in higher education. In general, electives applied to another plan of study (Master of Arts or Doctor of Philosophy) cannot be used for the GCCI.

Career pathways

The Graduate Certificate in College Instruction (GCCI) is intended for students interested in deepening their theoretical and practical understanding of college teaching and in preparing for employment in higher education.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School (university-wide): bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution (or equivalent); cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for the degree, or equivalent GPA tests on recent coursework; international applicants meet equivalent standards with official transcripts; individual programmes set additional application requirements and a competitive record is needed.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Apply through the official page: https://gradcatalog.uconn.edu/graduate/admission/

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