Overview

The Curriculum and Teaching - Secondary Education M.A. at Columbia University provides a comprehensive exploration of pedagogy and curriculum design for educators seeking professional certification. This programme is specifically tailored for early-career teachers who have already obtained initial certification and wish to advance as leaders within their school environments. Students engage in a critical analysis of disciplinary foundations and content-specific practices across various secondary-level subjects.

Why Curriculum and Teaching - Secondary Education at Columbia University?

Studying at this world-renowned institution allows educators to deeply engage with the social, ethical, and professional challenges facing modern schools. The programme offers a flexible timeline, allowing students to complete their degree in as little as 12 months or up to five years for part-time learners. Participants benefit from a rich community of scholars and practitioners, gaining access to extensive resources and teacher collaborators within New York City schools. The curriculum is highly responsive to contemporary shifts in teacher education, ensuring graduates are prepared for the evolving demands of the classroom.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 19179 per semester
National fee: USD 19179 per semester
Local fee: USD 19179 per semester

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Curriculum Theory and History
Principles of Teaching and Learning
Designing Curriculum and Instruction
Master’s Project Seminar
Teaching Mathematics in Diverse Cultures
Urban and Multicultural Science Education
Global Citizenship Education
Constructing Critical Readers
Instructional Design of Educational Technology

Careers with Curriculum and Teaching - Secondary Education

Graduates of this programme are prepared to advance their careers as professional educators in secondary school settings. The course is specifically designed to meet the requirements for New York State Professional Certification for grades 7-12. Successful completers often pursue roles as teacher leaders, department heads, or curriculum specialists within their respective subject areas, including English, Social Studies, Science, and Mathematics. The programme focuses on developing the expertise necessary to influence school settings and the broader field of education through disciplined inquiry and advanced pedagogical practice.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Disability, Exclusion, and Schooling
Differentiating Instruction in Inclusive Classrooms
Curriculum and Teaching in Urban Areas
Immigration and Curriculum
Multicultural Approaches to Teaching Young Children
Literacy, Culture and the Teaching of Reading
Reimagining Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-05-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

32 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

Teaching Secondary Education View 1413 other Masters in Teaching in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
$75 Application Fee
Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
Must hold or be eligible for Initial Certification

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

38358 USD / year

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Out-of-State

38358 USD / year

≈ 38358 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

38358 USD / year

≈ 38358 USD / year

Living costs

Manhattan

United States

2638 - 5751 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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