The statements set forth in this catalog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and this institution. While the provisions of the catalog will ordinarily be applied as stated, Augusta University reserves the right to change any provision listed in this catalog, including but not limited to academic requirements for graduation, without actual notice to individual students. Reasonable effort will be made to keep students advised of any such changes. It is especially important that students note that it is their responsibility to keep themselves apprised of current graduation requirements for their particular degree program.
The Integrated Master of Arts in Teaching (IMAT) program is designed to recruit highly qualified undergraduate English majors for the teaching profession. This streamlined program allows students to complete a BA in English and a Master of Arts in Teaching on an accelerated schedule. Students complete graduate and undergraduate course work in both English and Education and acquire valuable classroom experience through field placements and a teaching apprenticeship. Successful completion of the program qualifies graduates to teach English in Georgia public secondary schools.
Courses completed for Area C of the Core Curriculum cannot be duplicated in Area F.
A grade of C or better is required in all Major Concentration courses.
English post-baccalaureate initial certification students must submit an exit portfolio acceptable to the appropriate portfolio committee to complete their English requirements.
Program Length: 4 Years
CIP Code: 23.0101
Program Code: 1BA-ENGLISH-BA
Core Area A-E: 42 Hours
For more information on Core Curriculum Areas A-E, see Core Requirements.