PhD in Education

Program Overview

The PhD in Education program at the University of Manitoba prepares teaching professionals as researchers, focusing on enhancing understanding and improving professional practice. Students complete coursework, pass a Candidacy Exam, and conduct original research culminating in a thesis. Graduates pursue careers in teaching, research, or educational administration.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The PhD in Education program at the University of Manitoba focuses on educating teaching professionals as researchers, helping graduates work to enhance understanding and improve professional practice.

Outline:

Coursework:

• Students must complete 21 credit hours of coursework including a minimum of nine credit hours in the program area; a minimum of six credit hours in a support area; and a minimum of six credit hours of research methods.
• Sample course offerings include:
• EDUC 7040: Current Issues in Mathematics Education (6 credit hours)
• EDUC 7050: Doctoral Study in Education (3 credit hours)
• EDUC 7060: Advanced Seminar in Educational Administration 1 (3 credit hours)

Candidacy Exam:

• The Candidacy Examination is normally taken after successful completion of all coursework.
The purpose of the written candidacy examination is to assess the student’s preparedness in: the major program area (which normally constitutes the major or field of specialization); the support area(s) of study; and research methods.

Research Thesis:

• An essential feature of PhD study is the student’s demonstration of competence to complete a research project and present the findings.
The thesis must constitute a distinct contribution to knowledge in the major field of study, and the research must be of sufficient merit to be, in the judgement of the examiners, acceptable for publication.

Assessment:

• The Candidacy Examination is used to assess the student’s preparedness in the major program area, support area(s) of study, and research methods.
• The Research Thesis is used to assess the student’s ability to complete a research project and present the findings.

Teaching:

• The program is taught by faculty members who are actively engaged in research.
• The program provides students with the opportunity to work with faculty members on research projects.

Careers:

• Graduates of the program may pursue careers in teaching, research, or educational administration.