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PhD Engineering Education Research at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, United States

Programme overview

The EER PhD is a research-based doctorate preparing students to publish in engineering education and education journals, compete for federal grants and enter varied career paths. Each student is assigned an EER faculty advisor or two co-advisors.

Faculty: College of Engineering  |  Department: Engineering Education Research Program  |  Duration: 36 credits minimum; five-year timeline  |  Intake: Annual; deadline December 15  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Ann Arbor, MI, United States

What you will study

36 credits minimum: Engineering Education Core (6), Research Methods Core (12-20), Specialization Electives (up to 15) and an Immersive Learning Experience (EER 610, 3 credits).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Engineering Education Research: B.S. in a traditional engineering discipline required (an engineering M.S. is encouraged); apply via Rackham with personal statement, academic statement of purpose, three letters of recommendation, transcripts and TOEFL for non-native English speakers; GRE not accepted for Fall 2022 and later. PhD deadline December 15.

Intake: Annual; deadline December 15

Duration: 36 credits minimum; five-year timeline

Apply through the official page: https://rackham.umich.edu/admissions/applying/

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