Curriculum and Instruction - MS

The Master of Science (MS) in Curriculum and Instruction degree (Plan A) is a research-oriented degree designed to prepare the candidate for further graduate study. It requires a strong relationship with a major professor who will serve as an advisor and supervisor of the master’s thesis. The thesis will consist of a major research project under the supervision of the major professor who will act as chair of a three-person faculty committee responsible to provide formal supervision and approval for the thesis. At the conclusion of the program, each student must complete/submit the following:

• exit interview

• exit survey

The degree requires 36 credits of coursework including 15 credits of core courses, 6 credits of thesis, and 15 credits of supporting coursework. All courses require a grade of C or better and students must maintain an overall GPA of 3. 0 or higher.

The MS is the degree suggested for candidates whose long-range goals include the possibility of pursuing a doctorate or teaching at an institution of higher education.

This program does not lead to a recommendation for teaching licensure from USU. Licensure is obtained directly from the Utah State Board of Education.

For additional information about the Curriculum & Instruction Master of Science program, contact the School of Teacher Education & Leadership or visit the department’s website at https://cehs.usu.edu/teal/graduate/master-of-science.

A specialization in Interventions for Secondary Students is not currently offered.