PhD Mathematics, Science, and Learning Technologies at University of Massachusetts Amherst

Programme overview

The Mathematics, Science, & Learning Technologies (MSLT) doctoral programme is research-based and culminates in a PhD. Students specialize in mathematics education, science education or learning technologies.

Faculty: College of Education | Department: Department of Teacher Education & Curriculum Studies (TECS) | Intake: Fall; deadline December 1 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

Coursework, practical experiences, assessments, comprehensive examination and dissertation work covering content knowledge, social justice issues in STEM, educational research skills and foundational theories (e.g. Survey of Math and Science Education Research).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Master's degree preferred but not required; demonstrated interest in education and in improving teaching and learning. GRE not required. Materials: two letters of reference, personal statement, resume/CV, transcripts, online application. Fall deadline December 1; decisions late February or early March.

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.

Intake: Fall; deadline December 1

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