Program Requirements

Doctoral students must complete at least 34 credits within 2–7 years.

Degree Requirements

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree is awarded after successful completion of coursework, written and oral qualifying examinations, the dissertation proposal, and the dissertation defense.

Curriculum Structure

1. Required Course

   Educational Methodology develops knowledge of educational foundations and research skills, supports deeper understanding of educational research paradigms and practices, and prepares students for independent inquiry.

2. Elective Courses

   Elective courses allow students to develop their academic interests through two program groups and three professional areas within each group. Students may also complete an optional minor.

Program Groups

The doctoral program works with the International Graduate Program of Education and Human Development (IGPEHD) to support cross-program collaboration and English-taught coursework.

1. International Group

   Education, Applied Psychology in Education, and Statistics and Psychometrics.

2. General Group

   Educational Psychology, Curriculum and Instruction—including the STREAM curriculum module—and Educational Administration and Management.

Cross-registration

Students may take courses offered by other departments or universities for a maximum of 10 credits, subject to current academic regulations.