Bachelor of Arts in Education Studies

The Education Major combines a broad liberal arts foundation with an integrated professional teacher preparation program and will prepare you for initial licensure with the Massachusetts Department of Education. In addition to theory, fieldwork is an essential component of the program. You will get well-rounded teaching experience with practicum placements, working with different grade levels at varied schools in urban, rural, and suburban settings. Preparation for the Massachusetts Test for Educator Licensure (MTEL) is embedded in the program at various stages and must be passed to obtain the initial license. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Learn about the developmental process of children and teens. Understand the principles of education. Develop curriculum. Present lessons in various subject areas to students. Engage in fieldwork. Prepare for certification as a lead teacher through the Department of Education.

Official high school transcript or national exam scores. Notarized translation is needed if your transcripts/documents are not in English. Official evaluation of high school transcript by a professional evaluation service.