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    Education degrees abroad

    Education degrees predominantly focus on teaching, which can open up many opportunities and occupations to international students. The more specific a degree you choose the more focused on a particular career it will be, especially if it is aimed towards a particular country’s education system.

    Some institutions specialize in teaching and training qualifications, and may be referred to as teaching colleges, however many universities have teaching programs alongside their other academic courses.

    Education program structure

    The program curriculum of an education qualification will depend on exactly the type of degree a university offers. Many qualifications that would allow you to become a qualified teacher are country and even state specific, so you need to know exactly what the content of the program is before applying.

    If you are studying teaching from a purely academic angle then you will focus on research into pedagogy. However, most education focused degrees will require a large amount of practical learning and research, including placements for real teaching experience. These can include specialist areas of teaching for specific groups such as:

    • Elementary education
    • Early years education
    • Adult education
    • Teaching English as a foreign language
    • Special education
    • Coaching
    Education program structure

    The program curriculum of an education qualification will depend on exactly the type of degree a university offers. Many qualifications that would allow you to become a qualified teacher are country and even state specific, so you need to know exactly what the content of the program is before applying.

    If you are studying teaching from a purely academic angle then you will focus on research into pedagogy. However, most education focused degrees will require a large amount of practical learning and research, including placements for real teaching experience. These can include specialist areas of teaching for specific groups such as:

    • Elementary education
    • Early years education
    • Adult education
    • Teaching English as a foreign language
    • Special education
    • Coaching

    Types of education degrees

    Education focused degrees are available at all levels of study. As part of a liberal arts bachelor’s you would have the opportunity to major or minor in a particular area of education for example elementary education. This is the same for any university that follows the liberal arts model of tertiary education.

    In the UK you can study education as a bachelor’s degree by itself, and be prescribed and choose a mixture of modules in the different fields of education.

    Postgraduate levels of education study can fall into either an MSc or MA master’s qualification. PhDs in education are often for those teaching who want to further research in the subject of pedagogy, and complete a large thesis. This is different to an EdD which is a more practical qualification for those who want to further their professional teaching careers.

    Why study education abroad

    If you have career aspirations to be a teacher of any kind, then a degree in education could be a good starting point to gain the skills and knowledge you need. You’ll learn techniques and methods of teaching, as well as how to teach specific groups of people.

    However, the benefits of studying for an education degree go beyond simply wanting to be a teacher. It may simply be that pedagogy is an area that you are interested in, and want to research. In this case a degree in education could give you many transferable skills for other careers.

    Where to study education abroad

    Where you decide to study abroad will be determined by the country, a university’s program, and your personal goals. As every country's teaching requirements vary, if you study for an education degree it doesn’t necessarily mean that upon graduation you are a qualified teacher in that country.

    Best countries to study education

    Some countries are renowned for their education systems, and as such will be able to provide high quality teaching for education qualifications. Some of these countries include:

    • Finland
    • UK
    • Japan
    • Norway
    • Denmark

    Best universities to study education

    Specialist education and teaching colleges exist, and may be able to offer you the exact program you are looking for.

    It’s worth considering if there are any notable academics or theories of study you are interested in researching further. Some universities won’t offer specific modules in what you may want to study or may be specialists in that particular area.

    If you are looking for practical experience as part of your program, this is another thing to check if a university offers. The city you are studying in could be where any placements are located, so the local school system may play a part in your decision making.

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    Education study abroad programs

    Education courses abroad are available across the world and in a variety of specialist subject areas. You’ll also find qualifications at bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate levels.

    Universities or teaching colleges can also offer specific qualifications that enable you to teach in that country or state. Unlike other qualifications it’s important to understand how a qualification fits in with your career if you are looking to train as a teacher, or progress further in the profession.

    Education undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in education

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      Childhood Education and TESOL - BSc Long Island University Post, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      5 years
      Annual tuition fee
      35,736 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, January
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      Adolescence Education (Grades 7-12) - BS State University of New York at Oswego, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      18,627 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January
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      Adolescence Education (Grades 7-12) - BA Long Island University Brooklyn, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      35,736 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, January
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      Childhood Education - BA/BSc Manhattan College, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      44,560 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, January
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      English Education - BSc University of Minnesota Crookston, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      12,864 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, January
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    Associate in education

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      Career and Technical Education - ASc Murray State University, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,920 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, January
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      Education - AAT St. Charles Community College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      5,520 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, August
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      Childhood Education and Family Studies - ASc Southwestern Oregon Community College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      10,791 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Christian Education - ASc Indiana Wesleyan University, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      28,184 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, May, January
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      Elementary Teacher Education - AA Santiago Canyon College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      8,304 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      February, June, August
      Show program overview about Elementary Teacher Education
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    Diploma in education

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      Early Childhood Care & Education - UGDip Coast Mountain College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,033 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, January
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      Early Childhood Care and Education: Infants and Toddlers - UGDip North Island College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      14,570 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Education Assistance - Dip (with placement) Canada College Vancouver, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      11 months
      Annual tuition fee
      11,588 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, March
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      Education/Technological Education - Dual Dip/BEd University of Windsor, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma/Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      40,984 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January
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      Paralegal Education - UGDip Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,412 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January
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    Certificate in education

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      Adult Basic Education - Cert Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      10,720 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Early Childhood Care & Education - Cert North Island College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      17,065 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, March
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      Economics Education - Cert California State University, Sacramento, USA

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      16,800 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, August
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      Education Assistant - Cert Bow Valley College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      8 months
      Annual tuition fee
      12,961 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Education Assistant - Cert Northern Lights College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      16 months
      Annual tuition fee
      4,893 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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    Pathway in education

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      Education: Early Years and Primary - FdA London Metropolitan University, UK

      Program type
      Undergraduate pathway
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      8,850 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, September
      Show program overview about Education: Early Years and Primary
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      International Year - Education - UGP Lynn University, USA

      Program type
      Undergraduate pathway
      Duration
      6 months
      Annual tuition fee
      18,340 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      -
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      Physical Education with Outdoor Education (Foundation) - FD Leeds Beckett University, UK

      Program type
      Undergraduate pathway
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      10,900 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, January
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      Primary Education - FdA Buckinghamshire New University, UK

      Program type
      Undergraduate pathway
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      4,900 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      February, September
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    Education graduate programs

    Master's in education

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      Technology Education (Grades K-12) - MSEd State University of New York at Oswego, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      7,065 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, August
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      Childhood Education - MST Pace University, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      34,380 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, January
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      Adult and Higher Education - MEd Western Washington University, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      23,588 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      -
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      Adult Continuing Education - MSc University of West Alabama, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      10,494 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, January
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      Adult, Professional, and Community Education (Adult English as a Second Language) - MA Texas State University, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,034 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, January
      Show program overview about Adult, Professional, and Community Education (Adult English as a Second Language)
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    Doctorate in education

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      Geographic Education - PhD Texas State University, USA

      Program type
      Doctorate
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,034 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, January
      Show program overview about Geographic Education
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      Counseling, Education Specialist - EdS University of Nebraska at Kearney, USA

      Program type
      Doctorate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      10,752 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, January
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      Education - PhD Liverpool Hope University, UK

      Program type
      Doctorate
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      11,400 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Education - PhD University of Stirling, UK

      Program type
      Doctorate
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,317 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, January
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      Education - PhD RMIT University, Australia

      Program type
      Doctorate
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      26,880 AUD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      July, February
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    Diploma in education

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      Education - PGDip University of Essex Online, UK
      • Online

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      16 months
      Annual tuition fee
      7,482 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      February, January, July, June, April
      Show program overview about Education
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      Education (Early Childhood) - PGDip RMIT University, Australia

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      27,840 AUD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      February, July
      Show program overview about Education (Early Childhood)
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      Fire Inspection and Fire Safety Education - OCDip Fanshawe College, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      20 months
      Annual tuition fee
      15,922 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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    Certificate in education

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      Arts Education and Community Engagement - PGCert Centennial College, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      16,531 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Education - PGCert University of Essex Online, UK
      • Online

      Program type
      Postgraduate certificate
      Duration
      8 months
      Annual tuition fee
      3,741 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, July, June, April, February
      Show program overview about Education
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      Education - PGCert University of Newcastle, Australia

      Program type
      Postgraduate certificate
      Duration
      6 months
      Annual tuition fee
      15,430 AUD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, July, February
      Show program overview about Education
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      Education Studies - GradCert Thompson Rivers University, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      15,800 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, May, January
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      Secondary Religious Education - PGCert Bath Spa University, UK

      Program type
      Postgraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      13,300 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, September
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    Entry requirements to study education abroad

    Depending on the level and focus of an education qualification, the process for being admitted to a program will vary. Education degree requirements may include:

    • Completion of high school with educational transcripts
    • A CV
    • Sufficient practical experience of teaching
    • Proof of finances
    • A bachelor’s degree for postgraduate study

    Future education careers

    Your career will depend on the exact academic path you’ve taken and in which specific country. Generally, people who complete a qualification in education may go on to work in the following professions:

    • Early years teaching
    • Elementary school teaching
    • Language teaching
    • Adult education
    • Support teacher
    • Academic in pedagogy