Learning Sciences, Ph.D. at Georgia State University

Programme overview

Georgia State University's Ph.D. in Learning Sciences allows advanced graduate students to examine the learning process and the design and development of learning innovations with or without technology, and to develop skills in both the methodology and the study of cognition, behavior and learning. There are five concentrations students can choose from within this degree program: Applied Behavior Analysis, Deaf Studies, Educational Psychology, Learning Technologies and Special Education.

Faculty: College of Education & Human Development | Department: Learning Sciences | Duration: Minimum of 54 semester hours | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall: Jan. 15 Spring: Does Not Admit Summer: Does Not Admit | Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

Courses in the Ph.D. in Learning Sciences program cover research methodology, foundations of learning sciences, doctoral professional seminars, coursework in a selected specialization and dissertation hours. For more information and course listings, view the catalog listing for Learning Sciences, Ph.D.

Career pathways

Graduates from this program can pursue careers as faculty members, researchers and professionals at universities, clinics, school systems, research laboratories, government agencies, small businesses, large corporations and other settings.

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Application information

Entry requirements

When applying to the Learning Sciences, Ph.D. program, you will need to submit several documents for review. Online Application Application Fee of $50 Goals Statement (upload with the application) Resume (upload with the application) Writing Sample (upload with the application) Two Letters of Recommendation (upload with application) Official Transcript: Graduate degree for admission. Submit official transcripts with earned bachelor’s degree and master’s degree either electronically to [email protected] or by mailing directly to Georgia State University, Office of Graduate Admissions, P.O. Box 4018, Atlanta, GA 30302. Please Note: Interviews will be conducted by department faculty — you will be notified if you are selected for an interview.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate programmes (degree, certificate, non-degree and transient): $50 non-refundable application fee; Executive Doctorate in Business Administration: $100. Deadlines vary by college and programme.

Apply through the official page: https://education.gsu.edu/admissions/graduate/

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