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MA Educational Psychology - Gifted and Creative Education at University of Georgia

University of Georgia, United States

Programme overview

The MA program requires a minimum of 34 credit hours, including a master’s thesis. This program is appropriate for students who want to pursue a deeper understanding of how students learn and what makes effective learning environments, and want to continue to work in higher education and develop their own research. Graduates of our master of arts program usually continue on to a doctoral degree.

Faculty: Mary Frances Early College of Education  |  Duration: 34 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Athens, GA, United States

What you will study

34 credit hours total. Required courses include EPSY 4320/6320 Psychology of Creativity; EPSY 7110 Characteristics of Gifted Children and Youth; EPSY 7060 Assessment of Gifted Children and Youth; EPSY 7210 Multicultural Gifted and Talented Education; EPSY 7230 Strategies and Materials for the Gifted.

Career pathways

Students in our Master’s programs have gone on to pursue the following careers: Teacher Program Education Specialist Behavior Analyst Educator Media Specialist Assistant Professor Academic Advisor Administrative Specialist Curriculum Coordinator Employment Specialist Associate Registrar Student Success Counselor Operations Specialist

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Application information

Entry requirements

Faculty take a holistic approach to reviewing applications to the program, considering all materials before making their decision. The following are required as part of the application process. a) Application b) Current resume/CV c) Transcripts from all universities d) Statement of Purpose e) TOEFL/IELTS scores (international students) f) 3 letters of recommendation (with at least 2 from faculty who had you) Applications are due June 1 for admission for Fall Semester.

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.

Duration: 34 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://grad.uga.edu/

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