College of Education - M.A. in Higher Education - Instructional Track
M.A. in Higher Education
Burton Sisco, Ed.D.
Program Advisor
(856) 256-4500, ext. 3717
nssadmin@rowan.edu
The M.A. in Higher Education program has two tracks: (1) administration and (2) instruction (Click here for additional information on the Administrative Track).
M.A. in Higher Education- Instructional Track
The instructional track is offered in a limited number of academic specializations: computer science, mathematics, English as a Second Language, and reading. It is also possible to craft programs in biology, chemistry, and physics. Students wishing to pursue programs in computer science, mathematics, biology, chemistry, or physics are expected to possess the corresponding baccalaureate degrees as a prerequisite for program admission.
The instructional track is designed for individuals who wish to pursue employment opportunities as adjunct instructors or as instructors in developmental education/basic skills programs or in selected science disciplines at 2-year or 4-year colleges. This track is not recommended for individuals who plan to seek full-time tenure track professorial positions in a specific academic discipline.
The programs in the instructional track range from 31-37 credits, depending on the academic specializations as follows: computer science (37 cr), mathematics (37 cr), English as a Second Language (34 cr), and reading (31 cr). Academic specializations in biology, chemistry and physics may vary according to student experience in those areas.
Generally, students will be required to complete 13 credits in higher education courses including course work in adult learning. Also included in this course work is a seminar/internship in higher education instruction. All of the remaining course work is in the academic specialization. Students are required to pass a comprehensive examination in selected academic specializations and are further required to undertake a major research project on a topic of significant interest within their academic specialization.
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