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PhD Curriculum and Instruction at Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania State University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Curriculum and Instruction provides advanced preparation in areas such as bilingual education, curriculum and supervision, early childhood, language and literacy, science, social studies and mathematics education.

Faculty: College of Education / The Graduate School  |  Department: Curriculum and Instruction  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

A core in curriculum, instruction and supervision, an emphasis area, research methods (quantitative or qualitative), supporting courses, CI 590 colloquium with research ethics training, a qualifying exam, a comprehensive exam and a dissertation.

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Entry requirements

Applicants apply for admission to the program via the J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School application for admission . GRE scores will not be considered as part of admission decisions. Students with appropriate course and professional backgrounds will be considered for admission. For admission to the professional degree programs leading to the M.Ed., teaching or equivalent experience and at least 18 credits in education are recommended. The language of instruction at Penn State is English. English proficiency test scores (TOEFL/IELTS) may be required for international applicants. See GCAC-305 Admission Requirements for International Students for more information.

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