Department of Teacher Education
Teaching methods, curriculum, assessment, educational leadership, and classroom practice.
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Departments
The college brings together professional education, communication, psychology, humanities, and the social sciences.
Department of Communication
Media, writing, communication research, public communication, and digital storytelling.
View programs →Department of Psychology
Human behavior, psychological assessment, research, and community well-being.
View programs →Department of Humanities and Social Sciences
Culture, society, ethics, history, language, and interdisciplinary inquiry.
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Study Pathways
Programs support future educators, communication professionals, psychology researchers, and lifelong learners.
| Level | Program | Study and Curriculum Focus | Typical Duration | Possible Career Pathways |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Bachelor of Elementary Education | Elementary curriculum, teaching, assessment, and child development | 4 years | Elementary teaching after licensure, learning-materials development |
| Undergraduate | Bachelor of Secondary Education | English, mathematics, or science education | 4 years | Secondary teaching after licensure, subject-content development |
| Undergraduate | Bachelor of Arts in Communication | Media, writing, research, and public communication | 4 years | Communications associate, content producer, public relations assistant |
| Undergraduate | Bachelor of Science in Psychology | Human behavior, research, and psychological foundations | 4 years | Human resources associate, research assistant, further psychology study |
| Graduate | Master of Arts in Education | Curriculum, instruction, assessment, and educational leadership | 2–3 years | Instructional coordinator, education researcher, academic leadership pathway |
| Graduate | Master of Science in Psychology | Advanced research and applied psychological practice | 2–3 years | Psychology research, organizational development, regulated practice subject to licensure |
| Certificate | Certificate in Professional Education | Professional education studies for qualified degree holders | 1 academic year | Professional education preparation for qualified degree holders |
| Diploma | Diploma in Teaching and Learning | Focused preparation in instruction and assessment | 1 academic year | Instructional support, learning design, teaching development |
Durations describe the usual study plan. Completion depends on study load, credited subjects, prerequisites, and project or thesis progress. Certificate schedules are confirmed for each cohort. Career examples indicate possible directions; regulated professions have additional qualification, experience, and licensing requirements.
Admission requirements and schedules vary by program. Certificate and diploma offerings are subject to university approval and sufficient enrollment.
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Teach, communicate, and serve
Our college encourages students to understand people and communities while developing the professional competence to create positive change.
Dr. Beatriz Ramos
Dean, College of Education, Arts and Sciences
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Learning and Entry Guide
Undergraduate Learning
Develop disciplinary foundations, research, and communication. Teacher-education students progress to teaching methods and supervised practice. Communication and Psychology include field-based learning and research.
Graduate Learning
Graduate study develops research, educational or psychological theory, and supervised scholarly work. The Graduate School reviews your previous qualifications and intended specialization.
Continuing Education
Professional Education and Teaching and Learning require a completed bachelor's degree. Ask about the specific units needed for your intended professional pathway.
Entry and Specialization Guidance
Bachelor of Secondary Education offers majors in English, Mathematics, and Science. Regulated psychological practice requires the relevant qualifications and professional examination.
The college provides the detailed curriculum, subject sequence, prerequisites, and available specializations during advising. Review these with your adviser before selecting subjects.
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