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Master of Science in Environmental Sciences with Concentration in Environmental Education and Interpretation/Master of Arts in Teaching with Specialization in Middle Grades Education (Dual Degree) University of North Carolina Wilmington University of North Carolina Wilmington, USA

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USD 21364

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 75

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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79

TOEFL

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70%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The dual degree program is offered jointly by the College of Science and Engineering's Department of Environmental Sciences and Watson College of Education’s Middle Grades Education Program. Students completing this program will earn two separate degrees: 1. Master of Science in Environmental Sciences - Environmental Education and Interpretation concentration 2. Master of Arts in Teaching Middle Grades – Science Concentration

2 Years

Students will earn both degrees in two years as opposed to four years if enrolled separately. This degree option is specifically for students who wish to work in in environmental science education – a discipline at the intersection of environmental science and public education. Potential post-graduation opportunities include careers in nonprofit organizations focused on environmental issues, nonformal science settings, and teaching Middle Grades Science in public schools, an area of high need in North Carolina.

5 Internship Experiences

To ensure that students employ skills and knowledge gained in each program within applied settings, internships are required by each program. Both internships provide extended opportunities for fieldwork, research or creative projects and help the student to bridge related theory with practical applications. Students should enroll in both internships near the completion of the program. · EVS 597 - Practicum in Environmental Sciences Credit Hours: 1 To 6 (minimum 3 credit hours required for this program) · LIC 511 - Middle Grades Internship Credit Hours: 6

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 14 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Jan 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

     

    6.5 IELTS Score
    79 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    115 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    21364

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 75

    Application Fee
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    10622 Per year

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    Scholarships

    Scholarships for International Students

    Incoming Undergraduate Degree-Seeking International Student Scholarship

    Amount - $2,000 - $5000 per academic year

    Terms - This scholarship is a renewable award for undergraduate students needing F-1 visa sponsorship (excluding TABSA and Marmara) who have demonstrated elite academic ability and has excelled in high school and demonstrated continued interest in UNCW. Consideration for this award is based on the student’s UNCW application; no additional action is required to be considered.

    Global Student Ambassador Scholarship

    Amount - $2,000, split up to $1,000 each semester for one year (fall & spring semesters).

    Terms

    • Only current international students on an F-1 visa are eligible to apply.
    • To be eligible students must be on track to be full-time current students for the upcoming academic year.
    • Students must commit to one academic year of involvement/interaction with OISS and international students.
    • Students who receive this award will serve as a Global Student Ambassador for the following academic year (fall & spring semester).
    • In order to maintain the scholarship throughout the year, ambassadors have to fulfill ALL of their responsibilities. Otherwise, the scholarship will be suspended.
    • Scholarship recipients must attend Ambassador Orientation before the spring semester ends.

    Application process

    • Complete an application
    • Submit a one-page essay on how you feel you could support incoming international students
    • Submit 2 references
    • All documents should be sent to [email protected]
    • Interviews will conducted in March

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