The social studies education program prepares students to teach high school social studies courses through an interdisciplinary core that includes history, geography, economics, political science, psychology, and sociology courses. Many of the required courses fulfill general education courses reducing the overall number of courses required for graduation. In addition to the social studies core, students select one social studies content field and take 18 hours are the upper level, providing them with in depth knowledge and skills. The program culminates in a two-semester internship (2 days per week in Fall and 5 days per week in Spring).
Accelerated MAT - Students who major in History, Individualized Studies, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology from Winthrop and have a minor in Educational Studies may pursue the one-year MAT. The Educational Studies minor offers 15 hours in education courses and field experiences working in a K-12 environment. Students who arrive at Winthrop with 30 credit hours, may complete their undergraduate degree and the MAT in four years. The program culminates in a two-semester internship.
Traditional MAT - Students with a degree in GEOG, HIST, PLSC, PSYC, or SOCL may pursue the Traditional MAT. Students gain experiences in the K-12 environment in addition to a two-semester internship during their final year in the program.
For more information, please email Dr. Margaret Wilson Gillikin.
