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PhD Research, Measurement and Evaluation at University of Miami

University of Miami, United States

Programme overview

The PhD trains students in statistical and measurement methods for original research in education, preparing experts in research design, data analysis and measurement. Students use R programming for simulation, conduct original research and provide methodological consultation.

Faculty: School of Education and Human Development  |  Department: Educational and Psychological Studies  |  Duration: 66-72 credit hours; sample plan five years  |  Location: Coral Gables, FL, United States

What you will study

36 core credits (quantitative methods, research methods, multivariate statistics, psychometric theory, categorical data analysis, item response theory, structural equation modeling, multilevel modeling, meta-analysis), 6 apprenticeship credits, 6 field experience credits, 6-12 electives, qualifying exam and 12 dissertation credits.

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Entry requirements

Admission to all graduate-degree concentrations in the School of Education and Human Development is based on the recommendation of the faculty. Admissions decisions are based on faculty review of the following general requirements that apply to all Graduate Programs in the School as well as specific documents listed under each concentration. Applicants must: achieve acceptable scores on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) taken within the past five years. International applicants whose native language is not English or applicants whose degrees are from a non-U.S. University must pass the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) and the GRE; provide official transcripts showing completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and an acceptable undergraduate grade point average. A minimum of 3.0 undergraduate GPA is required. Official transcripts from every institution attended by an applicant, whether or not the applicant completed a degree program at the institution, are required;

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.

Duration: 66-72 credit hours; sample plan five years

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