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Master of Arts in Secondary Curriculum and Instruction

California State University - Northridge

USA,California

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 16,542/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 70

Application Fee

Aug 2025

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USA, California

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1972

Total Students: 38,310 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

18111 Nordhoff St, Northridge, CA 91330, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Arts in Secondary Curriculum and Instruction

Program Overview

Advance your teaching career with your master’s in secondary curriculum and instruction. You'll learn best practices and the latest pedagogical theories.

Why Study Secondary Curriculum and Instruction?

Today's school environments are more complex than ever before. It's essential to keep up with the latest teaching theories and best practices to provide your students with the best opportunity for success.

The master of arts degree in secondary curriculum and instruction is designed to follow CSUN’s Preliminary Single-Subject Credential Program but can also be taken as a standalone to prepare teachers of any subject to become more effective teachers

Upon graduation, you'll be ready to take on new roles like mentor teacher, supervising teacher, subject matter teaching specialist or department chairperson.

This degree typically comes with a higher salary, and master’s degrees are usually required for part-time teaching at the community college or university level.

Why Study Secondary Curriculum and Instruction at CSUN?

Training California's Best Teachers

We're the #1 university for preparing public school teachers in California and each year our alumni are among the LAUSD Teacher of the Year award winners.

Inclusive Education Leader

We’re nationally known as a leader in inclusive education. We train teachers who are culturally competent and ready to thrive across diverse, dynamic Southern California school districts.

Faculty Who Inspire

You won’t just be another face in a lecture hall — you’ll get to know your faculty members who are just as passionate about mentoring their students as you are about yours.

Curriculum Designed for Teachers

The Master of Arts in Secondary Curriculum and Instruction program is designed to cater to working teachers with features like:

Flexible pacing
Convenient class schedules for working educators
Average completion time of one and a half years
Priority enrollment in program classes

What You'll Learn

This program is designed for full-time working teachers to complete in one or two years. From the outset, you'll focus on what's most important to you, taking courses specific to secondary curriculum and instruction.

The Latest Methodology

In this program, you'll examine current national and discipline-based educational issues, in particular those related to secondary-level curriculum, instruction and assessment.

Applied Theory Classrooms

At CSUN, we place a high level of importance on research-based classroom decisions. You'll learn to evaluate and apply theory and best practices related to curriculum, instruction and assessment in secondary classrooms.

Develop a Classroom Project

Along with forming professional ties with other secondary educators and faculty, you'll learn to develop a classroom research project and write a proposal.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

21 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 70

Tuition Fee

CAD 16,542 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in California State University - Northridge

CAD 18,304 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 58.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 105.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Associated Students International Matador Scholarship:

Award amount: $3,000
Eligibility: Continuing international students (F-1 status) with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (undergraduate) or 3.5 (graduate)
Requirements: Academic ability, financial need, and promotion of international student involvement

Associated Students Dianne F. Harrison Award:

Award amount: $500
Eligibility: Continuing international students (F-1 status) with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (undergraduate) or 3.5 (graduate)
Requirements: Academic achievements, future educational and career goals, and student involvement

Dianne F. Harrison Leadership Award:

Award amount: $8,000
Eligibility: Continuing CSUN undergraduate students who entered as freshmen in Fall 2023 and completed at least 30 units
Requirements: Leadership involvement, academic achievements, and campus involvement

MSP Tanni Block Memorial LGBTQIA+ Scholarship:

Award amount: $1,250
Eligibility: Continuing undergraduate or graduate students (including international students) with a minimum GPA of 2.0
Requirements: Advocacy and involvement with LGBTQIA+ communities, leadership experience, and commitment to inclusivity

Alumni Higher Education Program:

Award amount: $1,000
Eligibility: CSUN alumni pursuing graduate education at CSUN with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (undergraduate) or 3.5 (graduate)
Requirements: Academic achievements, personal statement, and letter of recommendation

International Graduate Student Program:

Award amount: $1,000
Eligibility: Continuing international graduate students (F-1 status)
Requirements: Academic achievements and graduate student status

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.