Overview

The curriculum of the Secondary Education and Teaching - History course at Virginia Commonwealth University engages you in experiential learning, blending a double major in History with courses in political science, geography, and economics to build the skills and knowledge needed to deliver dynamic, standards-aligned lessons in history and social studies in public and private middle and high schools across Virginia.

Career Paths

History/Social Studies Teacher (Middle or High School)

Civics Education Specialist

Museum Educator

Curriculum Developer (Social Studies)

Community History Programme Coordinator

Political Science Instructor

Geography Educator

Debate Team Coach

Archival Assistant

Cultural Heritage Advocate

Mock Trial Advisor

Historical Reenactment Coordinator

Academic Tutor (History)

Youth Leadership Facilitator

Educational Tour Guide

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Diversity, Democracy and Ethics

Human Development and Learning

Collaborative Practices to Support Inclusion for Children and Youth with Disabilities

Supporting Multilingual Learners With Disabilities

Curriculum and Assessment

Teaching Multilingual Learners

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2028-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-11-01 00:00:00

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Please contact Virginia Commonwealth University if interested in applying after the posted deadline. Individual requests may be processed.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Richmond, United States

Disciplines

History Teaching Secondary Education View 1199 other Bachelors in Teaching in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Admission to a VCU undergraduate degree programme requires graduation from a secondary school or the equivalent (lyceum, senior middle school, university preparatory school, completion of GCSE exams, Standard 12 graduation, etc.), which typically consists of at least 12 years beyond kindergarten.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

40404 USD / year

≈ 40404 USD / year
Out-of-State

40404 USD / year

≈ 40404 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

17240 USD / year

≈ 17240 USD / year

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Yearly Tuition Fee for In-State Residents: $17240 USD

Living costs

Richmond

United States

1071 - 1750 USD / month

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

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Additional Details

Living costs

Richmond

Funding

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