A Doctor of Philosophy in Education (PhD) is a research-based program that prepares students to conduct research and become experts in the field of education. The program can take 3–8 years to complete, depending on the institution and whether the student studies full-time or part-time.
Program components
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Research
Students conduct research in their area of interest, using quantitative and qualitative methods
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Thesis
Students write a thesis that demonstrates their research findings and expertise
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Coursework
Students may take courses in educational research methodology, doctoral seminars, and other topics
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Presentations
Students present and defend their research findings and ideas