Education - Instructional Systems Design, MSEDU

The Instructional Systems Design (ISD) area offers an online degree program designed for individuals who wish to develop their knowledge and skills in planning and designing instruction. Persons choosing this area are frequently preparing for instructional design responsibilities in business and industry, government, education, and various training organizations. This program does not require or lead to initial teacher certification.

Plan A: 30 credit hours, with a thesis requirement
Plan B: 36 credit hours, without a thesis requirement

Admission Requirements

Applicants are evaluated holistically, with attention paid to prior educational achievement and professional experience. In addition to the admission requirements set by the Graduate School, departmental requirements include a statement of professional goals, an autobiographical sketch, professional writing samples, and three letters of professional reference. Interviews are frequently requested. The GRE is not required for admission to the ISD program. All materials may be submitted through The Graduate School’s online application process.

Degree Requirements

Specific programs are planned with a faculty advisor subject to the approval of the Director of Graduate Studies. All students are required to complete:

An 18-hour common core including nine semester hours in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction.
At least 6 hours must be taken outside the College of Education.

The Plan A (thesis) option includes 6 credit hours of electives and 6 credit hours of thesis credit.
An additional 12 credit hours of electives are required for the Plan B (non-thesis) option.

Plan A students must successfully defend a thesis; Plan B students must successfully complete a final exam.
Students in Instructional Systems Design may elect to complete a graduate certificates, such as the departmental certificate in Distance Education, as part of their coursework.

https://education.uky.edu/edc/isd/ms/