PhD Science Education at Stony Brook University

Programme overview

The PhD in Science Education, run by the Institute for STEM Education, prepares university and college science educators, science teacher education directors, research and policy specialists, K-12 science programme directors and supervisors, and classroom teachers. Students complete research projects, write articles for publication and present at science education conferences. The programme targets part-time students from the region.

Department: Institute for STEM Education (I-STEM) | Duration: Part-time students should complete the programme in approximately five to six years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stony Brook, NY, United States

What you will study

Students take five science education core courses (for example History and Philosophy of STEM Education, The Nature and Practice of Science, STEM Teacher Education, Measurement and Assessment), three statistics and research methodology courses, up to six science content breadth and depth courses set by transcript review, and independent dissertation research. Milestones are a qualifying examination, dissertation proposal defense, a teaching practicum and a dissertation defense.

Career pathways

University or college science educators, directors of science teacher education programs, university research or policy specialists, K-12 science program directors and supervisors, and classroom teachers.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in a science subject; master's degree in a scientific field or in education; official transcripts of all colleges and universities attended; graduate GPA of at least 3.0; three letters of recommendation; interview and writing sample; statement of intent; completed application; acceptance by the Graduate School.

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 School: the application fee is $100 (limited exceptions). Deadlines vary by program; for fall applications considered for funding the deadline is typically January 15.

Apply through the official page: https://www.stonybrook.edu/grad/admissions/apply-graduate-programs.html

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