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14 Master's degrees offered by the university
Early Childhood Education
The Early Childhood Education master’s degree program at Northern Illinois University is designed to enhance and broaden the professional skills of teachers who work with children up to eight years old.
Curriculum and Instruction
The Curriculum and Instruction programme at Northern Illinois University is a 33-credit M.S.Ed. degree designed for educators and professionals. Available in full-time or part-time study modes, this hybrid course enhances expertise in curriculum design and instructional strategies over a flexible duration.
Literacy Education
The Literacy Education M.S.Ed. at Northern Illinois University is a 33-credit postgraduate programme designed for educators. Delivered through a flexible online study mode, it offers both full-time and part-time tracks. This degree focuses on culturally responsive pedagogy and digital literacies to enhance classroom impact.
Elementary Education - Master of Arts in Teaching
The Elementary Education - Master of Arts in Teaching at Northern Illinois University is a 46-credit postgraduate programme. Designed for working adults, this online degree offers full-time or part-time study modes. It prepares students for initial educator licensure to teach grades one through six in Illinois.
Art and Design Education
The Art and Design Education M.S. at Northern Illinois University is a comprehensive postgraduate programme designed for aspiring leaders in the arts. This degree offers flexible study modes, including online and full-time options, to prepare students for careers in K-12 schools, universities, and cultural centres.
Higher Education and Student Affairs
The Higher Education and Student Affairs master’s program at Northern Illinois University prepares professionals for a variety of leadership and administrative positions in student affairs and higher education.
Instructional Technology
The Instructional Technology programme at Northern Illinois University is a 33-credit M.S.Ed. degree designed for future digital leaders. Available online, in-person, or via hybrid study, this flexible course offers full-time and part-time tracks to suit professionals in education, business, and industrial training.
Counseling
The M.S.Ed. in Counseling at Northern Illinois University is a 60-credit postgraduate programme designed for aspiring professional helpers. Available in full-time and part-time study modes, this in-person degree offers specialisations in school or clinical mental health settings over a comprehensive two-year duration.
Physical Education, Pedagogy and Curriculum
The Physical Education, Pedagogy and Curriculum programme at Northern Illinois University is a 30-credit M.S. degree designed for aspiring leaders in educational settings. Available for full-time or part-time study in person, this course focuses on instructional strategies, supervision, and program development.
Kinesiology and Physical Education
The Kinesiology and Physical Education M.S. at Northern Illinois University is a 30-credit hour postgraduate programme delivered in person. Available in both full-time and part-time study modes, this degree offers advanced expertise in exercise science and pedagogy to prepare students for diverse professional roles.
Special Education
The Special Education M.S.Ed. at Northern Illinois University is a versatile postgraduate programme designed for dedicated educators. This 30–36 credit hour course offers full-time or part-time study modes with in-person and online options. It provides advanced preparation for supporting students with diverse learning needs.
Educational Research and Evaluation
The Educational Research and Evaluation M.S. at Northern Illinois University is a 36-credit postgraduate programme. Available in full-time or part-time formats, students can choose online, in-person, or hybrid study modes. It provides expert training in qualitative and quantitative methodologies for diverse professional roles.
Education in Instructional Technology (Online)
The Education in Instructional Technology (Online) at Northern Illinois University is a 33-credit postgraduate programme designed for flexible, remote study. This Master of Science in Education prepares professionals for roles in training and software development through a comprehensive, innovation-led curriculum.
Educational Research, Evaluation and Assessment (Online)
The Educational Research, Evaluation and Assessment (Online) program at Northern Illinois University will build your expertise in the theory and practice of qualitative and quantitative research, program evaluation and assessment.