| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
The PhD in Educational Studies is a joint program offered by three universities, preparing graduates to contribute to educational knowledge and expertise. The program emphasizes research skills, methodological advancements, and specialization in areas such as educational leadership, social contexts, and cognition and learning. Graduates are equipped for careers in academia, research, education administration, and other related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The PhD in Educational Studies is a joint program offered by Brock University, Lakehead University, and the University of Windsor. The program prepares graduates to contribute to the development of knowledge and expertise in teaching/learning across all levels of the education continuum, promote scholarly enquiry, and participate in developing methodological advances in the study of education.
Objectives:
- To provide students with a deep understanding of the theoretical and methodological foundations of educational research.
- To develop students' research skills and abilities in order to conduct independent research in the field of education.
- To prepare students to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of education.
Program Description:
The PhD in Educational Studies is a research-based degree that requires students to complete a dissertation. Students may choose to specialize in one of three areas:
- Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
- Social/Cultural/Political Contexts of Education
- Cognition and Learning The program is typically completed in four years, although students may take longer if necessary. Students are required to take a number of core courses as well as complete a research practicum.
Outline:
Content:
The PhD in Educational Studies program covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Educational theory and research
- Educational policy
- Curriculum and instruction
- Assessment
- Educational leadership
- Social and cultural foundations of education
- Learning and cognition
Structure:
The program consists of a combination of coursework and research. Students are required to complete a minimum of 12 courses, including 6 core courses and 6 elective courses. Students must also complete a research practicum and a dissertation.
Course Schedule:
The course schedule for the PhD in Educational Studies program varies depending on the student's area of specialization. However, all students are required to take the following core courses:
- Foundations of Educational Research
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Quantitative Research Methods
- Research Design and Analysis
- Educational Policy
- Educational Leadership
Individual Modules:
The PhD in Educational Studies program offers a variety of elective courses that students can choose to take based on their area of interest. Some of the most popular elective courses include:
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Assessment
- Social and Cultural Foundations of Education
- Learning and Cognition
- Educational Technology
- Special Education
Assessment:
Students in the PhD in Educational Studies program are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Coursework
- Research practicum
- Dissertation
Coursework:
Students are typically assessed on their coursework through exams, papers, and presentations.
Research Practicum:
Students are required to complete a research practicum as part of their program. The practicum is a supervised research project that allows students to apply their research skills to a real-world problem.
Dissertation:
The dissertation is the culmination of the PhD program. Students are required to write a dissertation that demonstrates their ability to conduct independent research and make a significant contribution to the field of education.
Teaching:
The PhD in Educational Studies program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are actively involved in research. The faculty are committed to providing students with a high-quality education and helping them to achieve their full potential.
Careers:
Graduates of the PhD in Educational Studies program are well-prepared for a variety of careers in education and related fields. Some common career paths for graduates include:
- University professor
- Researcher
- Education administrator
- Policymaker
- Curriculum developer
- Educational consultant
- School psychologist
