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Studies in Education (On Campus and Online)

MSEd, EdM

  • Program Overview

    Do you want to create an individualized course of study and deepen your understanding of how children learn? Then, Studies in Education is for you! 

    The Studies in Education program is designed for students who wish to pursue an individualized course of study across the programmatic spectrum to meet individual academic and career interests. Together, the student and the program director plan a course of study based on the student’s stated goals. The program prepares professionals for a range of roles. It does not lead to any certification. Students in Studies in Education have pursued careers in areas such as writing for children, educational policy and advocacy, educational consultation, creating developmentally appropriate content for television and media, after school programming, and arts education. Prospective students are invited to discuss their interest in this program with the program director to explore individual areas of concentration.

    This 30 credit program culminates in either a Master of Science in Education (MSEd) for those who do not have a prior master’s degree or a Master of Education (EdM) for those who do hold a prior master’s degree. This program does not lead to certification.

    This program is open to international applicants.

    Flexibility in Course Selection

    The Studies in Education program offers flexibility for students to take courses from a range of programs and departments. While this program is considered an on-campus program, students may include online courses as part of their studies. At least 51% of the coursework must be completed on campus to comply with New York State Education Department (NYSED) guidelines.

    Prospective students should work closely with the program director to design a course of study that aligns with their individual academic and career goals while meeting program requirements.

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  • Admissions Requirements

    Please refer to our admissions criteria.

    Applicants for this program must demonstrate a strong interest in studying children, the way they learn, and the adults who provide materials and leadership for them as well as the constituents and communities that can support their learning and development. To qualify for the EdM track, applicants must hold a prior master’s degree in education. Certification Graduates of this program are not eligible for certification. This program is not intended for individuals who plan to be classroom teachers or school leaders at institutions that require state licensure and/or certification.

  • Coursework

    View the coursework for this program.

  • Supervised Fieldwork/Advisement

    While students take courses, they gain appropriate experience and intensive advisory support through supervised fieldwork/advisement. Students will enroll in supervised fieldwork for one semester (6 credits) or two semesters (12 credits). The fieldwork placements will be selected with the student’s special focus in mind. For students already working in an appropriate setting, this may become the major work site for supervision.

    Supervised fieldwork/advisement lies at the heart of a Bank Street education. Through sustained experiences in the field, supervision from core faculty, and close collaboration with peers, our graduate students develop the ability to connect theory to practice and to reflect deeply on their own growth as educators. In this program, you will:

    • Gain experience in a setting connected to your field of interest.
    • Participate in a regular collaborative conference group with your advisor and 7-9 other graduate students. You will have an opportunity to engage in ongoing in-depth conversations about teaching and learning.
    • Gain from having your Bank Street advisor work with you at your site each month.
    • Benefit from individual meetings with your advisor twice each month.
    • Attend periodic meetings with your advisor.

  • Career Opportunities

    Your degree will provide you with a range of career opportunities:

    • Produce educational materials.
    • Work for media groups such as Children’s Television Workshop.
    • Design environments for children.
    • Develop educational policy.
    • Work in child advocacy programs.
    • Work in education-related fields.

  • Faculty

Alumni Voices

Hear about how Bank Street’s Studies in Education program works from Luke Muscat, ’20, who shares more about how the program’s flexibility helped him push his own path forward.