Global and International Education MS
Major: Global and International Education
Degree Awarded: Master of Science (MS)
Calendar Type: Quarter
Minimum Required Credits: 45.0
Co-op Option: None
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code: 13.1319
Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code: 25-2062
About the Program
The MS in Global and International Education prepares students to be leaders with the skills and knowledge necessary to work effectively within the complex economic, political, cultural, and social contexts that influence education and learning in diverse parts of the world. Our students are changemakers who are engaged in designing global curriculum, promoting international-mindedness, fostering intercultural and global competencies, advocating for social justice, and leading global institutions.
Program Objectives
As a result of pursuing this program, students will be able to:
- Evaluate and critique international, comparative, and educational research and theory
- Analyze how policies are implemented and advocate for innovative educational policy solutions in diverse, multicultural settings
- Synthesize global research and data to communicate effectively and transform educational institutions
- Understand diverse cultures and intercultural and global competencies to engage with global issues and work effectively in cross-cultural settings
- Apply an understanding of the role of education in solving global problems to promote social justice
Graduates enter or advance in positions in the areas of global education, international higher education, and international development in diverse settings that require global knowledge, perspectives, and understanding. They are qualified to pursue careers in, among other fields and occupations, higher education, ESL programs, education abroad programs, law firms, international education associations, accreditation agencies, local community international outreach centers, US government, international development or human service agencies, and various non-governmental agencies, as well as act as administrators, managers, and researchers in national and international organizations, foundations, associations, and corporations.
Graduates of this program will lead their organizations in addressing the dramatic change in society and culture due to globalization and how these influence education.
The program is designed as a part-time cohort model and can be completed in two years. View the degree requirements for more detailed information about the courses.
Additional Information
For more information, visit the School of Education's MS in Global and International Education webpage.
Admission Requirements
Admission to this program requires:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
- An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (graduate degree GPAs will be considered along with the undergraduate GPA)
- Completed application form
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended. Instead of hard copy transcripts, applicants may supply official electronic transcripts issued by a post-secondary institution directly to Drexel University Online (send to: applyDUonline@drexel.edu).
- Applicants must supply transcripts regardless of the number of credits earned or the type of school attended. If an applicant does not list all post-secondary institutions on the application and these are listed on transcripts received from other institutions, processing of the application will be delayed until all remaining transcripts have been submitted the remaining transcripts.
- Use our Transcript Lookup Tool to assist contact with previous institutions. If a college or university offers the option to send transcripts in a secure, password-protected electronic format, have the transcript sent to applyDUonline@drexel.edu.
- Students with transcripts from non-US institutions should have such transcripts evaluated by World Education Service (WES).
- Two letters of recommendation—professional or academic
- Drexel University Online accepts electronic letters of recommendation. Please access the following webpage for instructions regarding their submission. If a recommender prefers to submit an original, hard copy letter of recommendation, please remind the recommender that it must be signed and submitted in a sealed envelope signed across the flap by the recommender.
- Personal essay
- Resume
- Graduates of foreign schools must also have of 550 or higher in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
International students must submit a TOEFL score of 550 or higher. Students with transcripts from non-US institutions should have such transcripts evaluated by World Education Service (WES). The TOEFL examination is required for some non-citizens. Applicants whose native language is English (who list themselves as born in or citizens of the following countries: American Samoa, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, British West Indies, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, England, Ghana, Guam, Ireland, Jamaica, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Puerto Rico, Scotland, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Trinidad/Tobago, Uganda, Virgin Islands, Wales, Zimbabwe) are exempt from the TOEFL. Applicants whose native language is not English are exempt from the TOEFL if the applicant completed four years of high school in the United States or completed English 101 and English 102 with a grade of C or better from a US domestic accredited institution. Applicants who received an undergraduate or graduate degree from an academic institution located in the US, UK, or Canada are also exempt from the TOEFL.
Additional Information
Please refer to Drexel University Online's Master of Science in Global and International Education Admissions webpage for more information.
Degree Requirements
The Master of Science in Global and International Education is a part-time online program.
Core Courses | ||
EDCR 512 | Using and Integrating Learning Technologies | 3.0 |
EDCR 518 | Evidence-Based Evaluation | 3.0 |
EDGI 503 | Global, International & Comparative Education | 3.0 |
EDGI 510 | Culture, Society & Education in Comparative Perspective | 3.0 |
EDGI 520 | Political Economy of Education Reform | 3.0 |
EDGI 522 | Education for Global Citizenship, Sustainability, and Social Justice | 3.0 |
Primary Concentration Courses | ||
EDGI 506 | Comparative Higher Education Systems | 3.0 |
EDGI 518 | Analysis of Policy Issues in Global & International Education | 3.0 |
EDGI 524 | Measuring the World: Education and National Development | 3.0 |
Capstone Requirement | ||
EDU 780 | Capstone Research | 3.0 |
Students have the option to select from the Practitioner or Thesis capstone track. | ||
EDUP 780 | Practitioner Capstone Course I | 3.0 |
or EDUT 780 | Thesis Capstone Course I | |
EDUP 781 | Practitioner Capstone Course II | 3.0-4.5 |
or EDUT 781 | Thesis Capstone Course II | |
Select one of the following Secondary Concentrations: * | 9.0 | |
Secondary Concentration in Peace and Human Rights Education | ||
Conflict Resolution in an International Context | ||
Educating for Peace, Social Justice, and Human Rights | ||
Gender, Education, and International Organizations | ||
Secondary Concentration in Higher Education Leadership | ||
Foundations of Higher Education and Governance | ||
Student Development Theory and Application | ||
Legal Issues & Ethics in Higher Education | ||
Secondary Concentration in Education Policy | ||
Required: | ||
Education Policy: Concepts, Issues, and Applications | ||
Select two of the following courses: | ||
Quantitative Literacy: Interpreting and reporting data for educational policy and research | ||
The Shaping of American Education Policy: Global Forces, Interest Groups, and Politics | ||
American Educational Policy and U.S. Competitiveness | ||
Ethics in Educational Policy Making | ||
Access & Equity in Educational Policy Making | ||
Secondary Concentration in Educational Learning Technologies | ||
The Learning Sciences | ||
Learning Engineering | ||
Teaching and Learning Issues in E-Learning | ||
Customized Concentration | ||
Electives | ||
Sample Electives ** | ||
Students can select courses as additional electives from within the School of Education or a course (with School of Education approval) from another Drexel University program, such as international business administration, foreign languages, women's and gender studies, or science/technology/society. | ||
The following courses are strongly suggested offerings from the GIE program: | ||
Colloquium in Global Education | ||
Study Abroad Experience | ||
Quantitative Literacy: Interpreting and reporting data for educational policy and research | ||
Special topics in EDGI | ||
Total Credits | 45.0-46.5 |
- *
As an alternative secondary concentration, students may create a customized area of study from other Drexel University departments/programs such as International Business Administration, Foreign Languages, Women's and Gender Studies, or Science/Technology/Society.
- **
Students may choose any 500-level or higher course from the following subject codes as an elective as long as it does not require field experience or have any program restrictions: CRTV, EDAM, EDCR, EDGI, EDHE, EDLT, EDPO, EDUC, ELL, EHRD, ENTP, INTB, NPM, PBHL, PENG, SCL.
Sample Plan of Study
First Year | |||||||
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Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
EDCR 512 | 3.0 | EDGI 510 | 3.0 | EDCR 518 | 3.0 | EDGI 518 | 3.0 |
EDGI 503 | 3.0 | EDGI 524 | 3.0 | EDGI 522 | 3.0 | Secondary Concentration Course | 3.0 |
6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | ||||
Second Year | |||||||
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
EDGI 506 | 3.0 | EDU 780 | 3.0 | EDUP 780 or EDUT 780 | 3.0 | EDUP 781 or EDUT 781 | 3.0-4.5 |
EDGI 520 | 3.0 | Secondary Concentration Course | 3.0 | Secondary Concentration Course | 3.0 | ||
6 | 6 | 6 | 3-4.5 | ||||
Total Credits 45-46.5 |
Note: Second Year Summer may be less than the 4.5-credit minimum required (considered half-time status) of graduate programs to be considered financial aid eligible. As a result, aid would not be disbursed to students this term.