EdS in Education (Social Studies Education)
Overview
Design an advanced course of study in social studies education through this flexible EdS in Social Studies Education program for working teachers who already hold a master's degree.
You will refine your craft or prepare for leadership positions by tailoring your studies to your own experience, interests, and goals.
The degree requires 30 hours of coursework beyond a master's degree, including a semester-long applied project and oral defense by committee. Depending on your school district, completion of this program may lead to a certification upgrade of T-6.
Program Highlights
- Designed for working teachers who already hold a master's degree
- Offers evening, weekend, and summer classes in a variety of formats
- Earns upgraded T-6 Georgia teaching certification
Deadline to Apply
Refer to the UGA Graduate School deadlines
Faculty and Curriculum
Create your own advanced degree in social studies education through a combination of upper-level coursework and a semester-long applied project that you will defend before a committee.
As part your personalized program of study, you will take three required core courses and work with a faculty advisor to create a personalized program of study. Areas of inquiry may include:
- Mentoring and supervision
- Curriculum theory and design
- Teacher education
- Assessment
- Socio-political and cultural contexts of education
You will complete 30 hours of coursework comprising:
- 3 required core courses in research, problems, and curriculum in social studies education
- Courses targeting your interests, selected with your advisor
- A semester-long applied project that you'll defend before a committee
Tuition and Financial Aid
Almost all in-state students begin their studies at UGA paying limited tuition or fees. Please note that these amounts are subject to change and are meant to give prospective students an idea of the costs associated with a degree at the University of Georgia College of Education.
Students may qualify for a variety of assistantships, scholarships, and other financial awards to help offset the cost of tuition, housing, and other expenses.
Meet Your Advisor
Most graduate students at UGA are not assigned to a faculty advisor until after admittance. A close working relationship with your advisor is paramount to progressing through your program of study.
Student Life
Through advanced coursework, you'll work with intellectually engaged teachers with a variety of backgrounds and experience from across the state.
Fit your studies around your career and schedule, with evening, weekend, summer, and flexible format options.
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Admissions
Part 1: Apply to the University of Georgia
Requirements
- Submit an online application to the Graduate School
- Test scores (depending on your program)
- Unofficial transcripts (native language and English for international applicants)
- Three letters of recommendation
Part 2: Apply to this program
Requirements
The program faculty may request additional materials from applicants. As you complete your application for the UGA Graduate School, you will be able to attach the following documents:
- Curriculum vita (CV) or resume
- Statement of purpose (short essay)
- Official transcripts