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37 Master's degrees offered by the university
Social Studies Education
Hofstra University’s School of Education offers the Social Studies Education, MA to candidates who hold initial certification in Social Studies Grades 7-12 who are seeking advanced study in the curriculum, pedagogy, and content of Social Studies.
Early Childhood Special Education
For students at the Hofstra University with New York State Certification in Early Childhood Special Education (birth-grade 2), or Childhood Education (grades 1-6) to become teachers of young children (birth-grade 2) with disabilities: 33-36 s.h. program.
English Education
The Master of Science in Education in English Education program from Hofstra University that requires an undergraduate major or equivalent (with a minimum of 36 s.h.) in English. The course of study leads to New York state initial teacher certification in English language arts (Grades 7-12).
Mathematics Education with STEM Integration
The Mathematics Education with STEM Integration program from Hofstra University is designed to blend on-campus preparation with field experiences in a variety of school settings, culminating in full-time student teaching. Literacy, multicultural education, and information technology are integrated throughout all aspects of the program.
Graduate Pathway in Literacy Studies, Birth-Grade 6 or Grades 5-12
This Graduate Pathway in Literacy Studies, Birth-Grade 6 or Grades 5-12, Pre-Master from INTO Hofstra University will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Hofstra University.
Secondary Education
The Secondary Education program from Hofstra University is granting program leading to initial New York state certification necessary for secondary school and vocational secondary school teachers.
Graduate Pathway in Literacy Studies, Birth-Grade 6 or Grades 5-12 (non-certification)
This Graduate Pathway in Literacy Studies, Birth-Grade 6 or Grades 5-12 (non-certification), Pre-Master from INTO Hofstra University will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Hofstra University.
Special Education - MSEd in Inclusive Secondary
This Special Education - MSEd in Inclusive Secondary program from Hofstra University leads toward the New York state initial/professional certificate to teach adolescent education, grades 7-12 in social studies, mathematics, sciences, English or foreign languages, as well as Students with Disabilities 7-12 generalist with extensions in the content areas.
Curriculum Studies
The Curriculum Studies program from Hofstra University is for students interested in pursuing studies in the development of elementary, middle school, and high school curriculum, but who are not interested in receiving New York state teacher certification.
Foreign Language Education
The Foreign Language Education course of study from Hofstra University leads to New York state initial certification, valid for teaching languages other than English in grades 7-12.
Elementary Education: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
The Master of Arts program in Elementary Education: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) at the Hofstra University is designed for experienced elementary school teachers who seek the skills, knowledge, and dispositions to integrate the teaching of these areas.
Mathematics Education
The Mathematics Education program at the Hofstra University leads to professional certification for teachers who possess initial certification in adolescent education, valid for teaching mathematics in grades 7-12.
Music Education
This Music Education program from Hofstra University is designed to prepare students with the comprehensive knowledge and skills required to succeed in today's schools.
Early Childhood Education
The master's program in Early Childhood Education is offered by the Hofstra University's Department of Teaching, Learning and Technology. This program is registered with the New York State Education Department.
Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
The Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) program from Hofstra University is designed to blend on-campus preparation with field experiences in a variety of school settings, culminating in full-time student teaching.
Fine Arts and Music Education
The advanced certificate in Fine Arts and Music Education program from Hofstra University leading to initial New York state certification for elementary, middle, and secondary school teachers.
Health Education
This Health Education graduate program from Hofstra University prepares you to teach health education at all grade levels in public and private schools and leads to New York state teacher certification.
Secondary Special Education Generalist
The Secondary Special Education Generalist programme from Hofstra University reflects a clinically rich teacher-preparation approach and requires a variety of field-based experiences including 100 clock hours of field experience and a student teaching experience.
Music Education
The Master of Arts program in Music Education at the Hofstra University leads to professional certification for teachers who possess initial certification for teaching music, all grades.
Graduate Pathway in Languages Other Than English and TESOL
This Graduate Pathway in Languages Other Than English and TESOL, Pre-Master from INTO Hofstra University will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Hofstra University.