1. University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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  3. Masters
  4. MA Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Science and Technology

MA Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Science and Technology

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Program Overview

The Department of Physics and Astronomy offers a 36 hour interdisciplinary master s program, the Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (MSIS) with a concentration in Science and Technology designed for STEM teachers and/or STEM majors who aim for interdisciplinary training and research. Depending on the intended career path, MSIS students will choose 18 hours of physics courses and 9 hours each in two interdisciplinary areas which include Education, Chemistry, Educational Technology, Computer Science, and Mathematics. Thesis and non thesis options are available in the MSIS program. These options provide opportunities for students to enhance their scientific knowledge as well as develop skills necessary in conducting interdisciplinary scientific research. Graduates of the program will have interdisciplinary training in physics, mathematics, chemistry, instructional technology, computer science, and STEM teaching and research preparing them to be more competitive in the rapidly changing work environment.

Program Key Stats

$15151 (Annual Fees)



Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Official academic credentials from all colleges and universities you have previously attended, GRE, GMAT, TOEFL scores, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score with 550 and 79 in TOEFL and 6.5 in IELTS.

Career Options

  • Teacher
  • Counselor
  • Journalist
  • Admissions counselor
  • Entrepreneur

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