Overview

Learning, Teaching and Curriculum with emphasis in Social Studies Education from University of Missouri - Columbia is primarily for classroom teachers, grades 1-12, who wish to advance their knowledge and practice of social studies while obtaining an advanced degree. If you want to engage in meaningful discussion about the role of social studies and how research and theory can inform classroom practice, this may be the degree for you.

Careers

Our program prepares teachers, curriculum leaders and teacher educators for professional excellence. With the rapid changes in education–especially developments in instructional materials and techniques, curriculum construction and classroom organization — teachers who have completed their certification may need to update, refine and extend their knowledge and skills.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Curriculum Development

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy

Curriculum Leadership

African American Education - Historic and Current Issues

Immigrant Issues in Education

Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Issues in the Schools

Human Learning

Developmental Aspects of Human Learning

Youth Cultures and the Cultures of Youth

Technology to Enhance Learning

Teaching Online Courses

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-06-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Columbia, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of an appropriate preliminary degree with a GPA of 3.0 or better (master’s applicants: completion of bachelor’s degree; Specialist applicants: completion of master’s degree

Evidence of at least 2 years of successful experience in an appropriate field

Minimum GRE Scores

Completed Graduate School online application

Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.

Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)

Personal data sheet form (built into the Graduate School online application)

Statement of purpose

Resume/CV

All emphasis areas desire at least 2 letters of recommendation, regardless of GPA.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

25924 USD / year

≈ 25924 USD / year
Out-of-State

25924 USD / year

≈ 25924 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11038 USD / year

≈ 11038 USD / year

Additional Details

Local - $9,000-$18,000 Non Resident - $31,500-$43,200

Living costs

Columbia

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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Financing

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