Program Overview

Curriculum and Instruction

The Moody School of Education offers various programs in Curriculum and Instruction, including undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Undergraduate Programs

• BSEd in Elementary Education
• BSEd in Middle/Secondary Education
• 4+1 BSEd-MSEd - Elementary
• All-Level Education
• Minor in Informal Education
• Minor in Educational Studies
• ESL

BSEd in Middle/Secondary Education

The Secondary Education major is ideal for individuals with a strong interest in teaching students in a specific subject matter. The program prepares highly qualified teachers in these certification areas:

• English, Language Arts, Reading
• Mathematics for Middle Grades (4-8)
• Mathematics for Secondary Grades (7-12)
• Science
• Social Studies (history)

Graduates earn a BSEd and may choose to prepare for secondary certification (7-12) or middle grades certification (4-8) in their specific subject area. The program can be completed during the standard four-year collegiate experience.

Program Features

• Faculty-guided Field Experiences: Field experiences begin the first semester and are layered with progressively more complex situations, so that preservice teacher candidates have sustained opportunities to deepen and expand their knowledge for the subject and effective teaching practices. Field experiences culminate in a yearlong teaching internship that makes Baylor graduates uniquely qualified to assume a position of leadership in teaching.
• Engaged Faculty: Students are guided by passionate and knowledgeable faculty who have extensive classroom teaching experience, teacher education experience, and deep content knowledge in their fields.
• High Demand for Graduates: Because of the rigor of the program and the stellar reputation of Baylor University in teacher preparation, graduates are in high demand. They are highly recruited by top school districts, and they make an immediate impact on the campuses.
• Teaching Abroad: Study abroad programs in the School of Education offer undergraduates the opportunity not only to learn while in another country, but also to teach.

Graduate Programs

• MA in Curriculum and Instruction
• MA in Teaching (MAT)
• MSEd in Curriculum & Instruction
• MDiv/MA-MSEd
• PhD in Curriculum and Teaching

MA in Curriculum and Instruction

The MA in Curriculum and Instruction program offers advanced study in curriculum and instruction.

MA in Teaching (MAT)

The MA in Teaching (MAT) program is designed for individuals who want to become teachers.

MAT Program Features

• MAT Admissions: Admission to the MAT program requires a bachelor's degree and a strong academic record.
• MAT Curriculum: The MAT curriculum includes coursework in teaching methods, curriculum design, and educational research.
• MAT Certification: Graduates of the MAT program are eligible for teacher certification.
• MAT Faculty: The MAT program is taught by experienced faculty who are knowledgeable in their fields.

MSEd in Curriculum & Instruction

The MSEd in Curriculum & Instruction program offers advanced study in curriculum and instruction.

MDiv/MA-MSEd

The MDiv/MA-MSEd program is a dual degree program that combines the Master of Divinity (MDiv) with the Master of Arts (MA) or Master of Science in Education (MSEd) in Curriculum and Instruction.

PhD in Curriculum and Teaching

The PhD in Curriculum and Teaching program offers advanced study in curriculum and teaching.

PhD Program Features

• PhD Admissions: Admission to the PhD program requires a master's degree and a strong academic record.
• PhD Curriculum: The PhD curriculum includes coursework in educational research, curriculum design, and teaching methods.
• PhD Faculty: The PhD program is taught by experienced faculty who are knowledgeable in their fields.
• PhD Tuition & Finances: Information about tuition and financial aid is available from the university's financial aid office.

Areas of Study

• Elementary Education
• Middle/Secondary Education
• Educational Ministry
• Informal Education