Secondary Education - Latin University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Overview

The Secondary Education - Latin programme at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides a comprehensive pathway for aspiring educators to master classical languages and modern pedagogical techniques. This degree ensures that graduates are fully prepared to meet state certification standards for teaching Latin within secondary school environments.

Students engage in a curriculum that balances intensive linguistic study with professional education courses. The programme emphasises the development of high-level language proficiency alongside the ability to create inclusive and effective learning environments for diverse student populations in grades 6 through 12.

Practical experience is a cornerstone of the curriculum, featuring early field placements and a culminating semester of student teaching.

Why Secondary Education - Latin at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

The College of Education and Human Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is renowned for its long-standing history of excellence in teacher preparation. The institution provides students with access to nationally recognised faculty and a proven track record of strengthening community and educational relationships.

A distinctive feature of this programme is the emphasis on experiential learning through early field placements. These opportunities ensure that students are comfortable in professional settings long before their final student teaching semester, making them highly competitive in the job market.

The university also offers dedicated support through the CEHS Career Centre. Students benefit from specialised career coaching, assistance with certification processes, and partnerships with school districts to facilitate successful employment transitions after graduation.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 30330 per year
• National fee: USD 30330 per year
• Local fee: USD 11100 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum includes a blend of classical language mastery and professional teaching methods. Modules may include:

• Latin Prose
• Latin Poetry
• The Vulgate: The Latin Bible
• Latin of the Middle Ages
• Linguistics in Language and Learning Contexts
• Teaching Matters
• Instructional Technology
• Multicultural Education
• School and Society
• Adolescent Development for Education
• Special Education
• Teaching Multilingual Learners in Content Areas
• Secondary Student Teaching Seminar
• Learning and Teaching Principles and Practices: Secondary Modern Languages
• Curriculum Principles and Practices Secondary Modern Languages

Careers with Secondary Education - Latin

Graduates of this programme are primarily prepared for roles as Latin teachers in public and private secondary schools. The comprehensive training in education and classical languages also opens pathways into school administration, curriculum development, and educational consultancy.

By obtaining a Nebraska teaching certificate, alumni are eligible to work in middle schools and high schools across the region. The skills gained in communication, cultural analysis, and instructional design are also highly valued in various sectors involving language instruction and heritage management.