Offered by Université du Québec à Montréal in Montréal, Canada, MA/MS in Orthopédagogie is a master's degree in Special Education programme. The programme runs for 6 semesters, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 852 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Special Education
Duration: 6 semesters
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 104 / credit
International tuition: CAD 852 / credit
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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The Master's in Orthopédagogie (Maîtrise en orthopédagogie) at Université du Québec à Montréal provides specialized training for practicing teachers in addressing reading-writing and mathematics learning difficulties. The 45-credit programme includes a 3-credit course on professional practice and research, six courses (18 credits) on reading-writing difficulties, five courses (15 credits) on mathematics difficulties, one elective course (3 credits), and a 6-credit synthesis activity focused on either reading-writing or mathematics learning difficulties. Full-time completion takes six trimesters; part-time study takes twelve trimesters. Admission is offered at the fall term only. Courses are scheduled flexibly for working teachers, including day classes, evening classes, and one- or two-day weekend sessions, reflecting the programme's orientation toward practicing professionals already holding a teaching certificate. The programme is classified in UQAM's tuition class A.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:3.20 / 4.3
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a teaching certificate (brevet d'enseignement) and a bachelor's degree in special-needs education or orthopédagogie, or in early childhood or elementary education, completed with a cumulative average of at least 3.2 on a 4.3 scale, along with a minimum of six credits each in mathematics and French didactics. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in French; graduates who did not train in French must pass the TECFÉE test or complete the course LIN1113. An interview may be required, and a motivation letter with a CV must be submitted.
