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About Beacon Education and NAU partnership
The Beacon Education partnership is designed for working professionals and students who reside in China. Working in partnership with Beacon Education, Northern Arizona University is leveraging the comprehensive teaching and learning platform that was designed and optimized in China to provide an outstanding education experience.
The programs offered in the Beacon Partnership are conducted through NAU’s Personalized Learning platform: online courses that incorporate innovative teaching and learning methods. It differs from the traditional academic model, with the goal for students to achieve deeper learning through a personalized approach. The program provides learners, who are often working professionals, the flexibility and support to best meet their needs. Tuition is based on length of time rather than by course or credit hours, providing a financial incentive for students to complete their degree on an accelerated timeline.
Programs
Graduate programs
Application requirements
The application requirements for working professionals include:
- GRE scores are waived
- TOEFL is waived
Graduate admissions
- NAU graduate application
- CV with work experience and professional reference listed
- personal statement
- official transcript with degree conferral and received dates
- personal ID card
Frequently asked questions
No. Graduate standardized tests are not required.
No. Proof of English proficiency is not required.
No, the degree will be identical to the diploma of a non-online student.
No, the program you are applying for is only available online.
The competency-based format focuses on your needs; it allows you to set your own deadlines and move through the coursework at your own pace. Graduate students in a Personalized Learning program are permitted to complete up to seven (7) 3-credit hour courses during one subscription, or a maximum of 21 credits. This flexibility allows students to complete their degree in a minimum of two six-month subscriptions.
A student has a maximum of six years to complete the Master’s of Computer Information Technology degree program.
Yes. You can view a list of the eligible degrees on our graduate college admissions page.
Beacon Education is not an agent. Beacon Education Limited, along with its affiliates (北京彼岸京华教育科技有限公司), are NAU’s partners for the online and hybrid degree programs for students in China.
Tuition and fees will be facilitated by our partner, Beacon Education Limited, along with its affiliates (北京彼岸京华教育科技有限公司), who will support you through payment, enrollment, and study.
Students can start a six-month subscription on the first Wednesday of every month.