Prepare to Lead Change Through Equity and Social Justice
Understand and address inequity, social injustice, and systemic exclusion in education and other areas of public life with an equity and social justice in education degree or certificate from BU Wheelock. With a focus on preparing responsible, empowered, and civically engaged professionals, our social justice in education program will equip you to:
- Reflect on beliefs and behaviors to advance equity
- Apply anti-oppressive practices to challenge discrimination
- Address inequities through inclusive strategies
- Apply evidence-based practices to advance justice
- Build communities and mobilize resources for impact
Whether you choose the master’s (EdM) or certificate program, you’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and perspective to advance equity, foster inclusion, and create meaningful change in education and society.
Choose the Program That’s Right for You
Boston University Wheelock College of Education & Human Development offers a social justice in education master’s (EdM) degree and graduate certificate designed to help you deepen your understanding of equity, social justice, and inclusive practices. Select the pathway that aligns with your goals and gain the knowledge and skills to create meaningful change in education and communities. Both the master’s and certificate can be completed in person or fully online.
Advance Your Career with a Degree in Education for Equity & Social Justice
BU Wheelock’s Education for Equity & Social Justice program prepares you to address inequity, promote inclusion, and lead meaningful change across education and society. Through a master’s degree or graduate certificate, you’ll develop the skills to advance equity-focused practices in roles such as:
- Chief diversity officer or chief equity officer
- Director of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB)
- Director of DEI in human resources
- Employment equity manager
- Diversity consultant
- Diversity trainer
- Inclusion specialist
- DEI analyst
Start Your Graduate Program in Education for Equity & Social Justice Today!
Connect with BU Wheelock to learn more about the master’s or certificate in education for equity and social justice. Learn about application requirements and deadlines, sign up for an information session, or start your application today.