International Education
Strengthen education systems around the world.
The International Education program prepares students for careers in international development building and in strengthening educational systems across the world, including within the United States. Join a community of scholar-practitioners who work alongside populations marginalized by structural inequalities such as gender, race, sexualities, ethnicity, language difference, poverty, and conflict.
Students in the UMass Amherst International Education program critically engage with issues related to achieving equitable and quality educational outcomes across the globe, including for students in the United States at all levels (PreK–12, higher education, adult education). In this program, you will gain the skills and knowledge to make change in the fields of international education and development.
Our commitment to developing scholar-practitioners with a strong foundation in applied theory, informed by an international community of students and faculty. Students will develop, critically assess, and evaluate outcomes for international development programs at any school, university, or educational institution.
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Benefits list
Highlights
• A close-knit, international community of graduate students and faculty with a wealth of knowledge from around the world
• Course of studies customizable to student interests; provides practical experience using theory and practice oriented courses
• A global network of alumni built over 50 years
Skills Gained
• A deep theoretical understanding of critical issues in education and development
• A strong background in research
• A focus on practical application and skills needed to critically engage with and address issues in international education today
Career Paths
• Education and development for NGOs, INGOs & donor agencies
• Programs serving diverse student populations
• Politics and policymaking around education and development
• Grassroots development work
• Academic or educational leadership, including PreK–12, higher ed, and governments around the world
In the News
IE alumna reflects on voluntourism abroad
Leah Derksen '23MEd describes visiting South East Asia and completing scholarly work in an international context.