Master of Education - Interdisciplinary Studies Option

This degree program allows students to develop a comprehensive plan for advanced study in an area of education other than those specifically designed programs described elsewhere in this catalog. Programs of study in this option must include coursework from a minimum of two departments.Sample programs of study for this degree option are found on pages 60 and 91 of this bulletin. (The Program of Study below is not applicable for teacher licensure. The program of study for Montana Teacher Licensure is found on page 35 of this bulletin.)

Students pursuing degrees in this program area will have an Advisory Committee which consists of faculty from at least two departments. The Advisory Committee will meet with the student and approve the Program of Study.

Courses	Credits
Professional Core	6
EDF 501 Research Design and Interpretation	3
EDF 530 Advanced Human Development and Learning	3
Professional Specialization Programs of study will include coursework from at least two departments.  Students should meet with a faculty advisor from the Department which specializes in their area of interest to determine specific Departmental requirements in this area.	24
Capstone	6
EDCI 699 Thesis	6
OR
EDCI/EDF 698 Directed Research Project	3
EDCI 697 Critical Issues in Education	3
OR
EDCI 690 Internship	3
EDCI 697 Critical Issues in Education	3
Total minimum credits required for Option	36

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