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Educational Studies (M.S.)

Develop research skills and learn the foundational ideas to prepare for a dynamic career in the diverse field of education.

Develop research expertise to examine educational issues from the interdisciplinary perspectives of history, sociology, anthropology and psychology in order to develop practical solutions to today’s educational challenges. With an M.S. in Educational Studies from UND, you will become an informed leader, reflective practitioner and successful communicator well suited for schools, higher education, industry and education doctoral programs.

Program Snapshot
Program type:
Master's Degree
Format:
On-campus
Est. time to complete:
2-3 years
Credit hours:
32-34

Why Study Educational Studies at UND?

The M.S. in Educational Studies offers an advanced social sciences and humanities education paired with robust training in research.

In this program you will:

  • Study historical, psychological, sociological and anthropological perspectives underpinning education     
  • Acquire research skills in quantitative and qualitative research methods
  • Actively participate in a community of scholarship
  • Study current issues and trends in education practice and assessment
  • Focus on social justice to develop a critical voice on impactful education topics
  • Prepare yourself for advanced doctoral programs in education

The program culminates with a scholarly project, independent study or thesis.

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Application Deadlines

Fall: Feb 15* | Aug 1
Spring: Oct 1* | Dec 1

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Department Contact
Allyssa Baumbach
Graduate Advisor & Assessment Manager
allyssa.baumbach@UND.edu
701.777.6206

    Educational Studies Overview


    • Enjoy flexibility in choosing research topics, customize your program of study and take elective courses from across the university.


    • Develop your enthusiasm for inquiry and join a community of scholars that positions you as a top applicant for doctoral programs in education.


    • Set a path for lifelong learning essential for intellectual curiosity, personal fulfillment and social responsibility through an advanced education in the social sciences and humanities.


    • Earn a Graduate Certificate in Learning Analytics, a signal to employers that you have particularly in-demand skills.


    • Attend class on a schedule that accommodates working professionals, including evening classes and online offerings.

    Educational Studies Careers

     
    66K
    Median annual salary for instructional consultants *
    60K
    Median annual salary for survey researchers*

     

    *U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

    The demand for education professionals with advanced degrees is growing nationwide across a variety of industries. An M.S. in Educational Studies prepares you for rewarding careers in settings such as:

    • Research analysis
    • Higher education
    • Administrative positions in higher education or P-12 schools
    • Education consulting
    • Federal and state agencies
    • Nongovernmental organizations
    • Non-formal education organizations, such as museums and community programs
    • Curricular and program evaluation

    Educational Studies Courses

     

    EFR 500. Introduction to the Foundations of Education. 3 Credits.

    A problem-centered class dialogue on those philosophical, social, political and historical concepts of educational thought that have shaped the development of the learning experience. F,S,SS.

    EFR 509. Introduction to Applied Educational Research. 3 Credits.

    An introduction to applied research methodologies used to study education. The course covers quantitative as well as qualitative types of research. The paradigms of both types of research will be contrasted and the application of the methodologies in actual research investigated. F,S,SS.

    EFR 510. Qualitative Research Methods. 3 Credits.

    Qualitative research methods are naturalistic and contextual. The methodology derives from Anthropology and other social sciences, and seeks to understand human behavior from the actors' perspective. Students are to learn the fundamental data collection methods: observation, participant observation, and interviewing, as well as data analysis through coding and categorizing.

    EFR 515. Statistics I. 3 Credits.

    An introduction to basic statistical methods, focusing primarily on descriptive statistics and inferential statistics up to and including two-way analysis of variance.

    EFR 512. Survey and Test Design. 3 Credits.

    An introduction to designing surveys for social science research and tests in educational settings. Students gain theory and skills in construction, data collection, and evaluation of surveys and educational tests. S, even years.

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