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The Gladys W. and David H. Patton College of Education
Patton Hall
100 East Union St.
Athens, OH 45701-2979

Mathematics Education Ph.D. Curriculum

Students completing the program full-time (12 hours per semester), typically complete the program in 4–5 years and are typically in residence at the Athens campus of Ohio University at least 2 years. All students must complete:

  • Foundations Core courses – minimum 7 semester hours
  • Teaching & Learning Core courses – minimum 15 semester hours
  • Research Core courses – minimum 22 semester hours
  • Mathematics Education Specialization Requirements – minimum 24 semester hours
  • Dissertation – minimum 10 semester hours
    • It is expected that all candidates completing a doctoral degree in the Department of Teacher Education will propose, conduct, and prepare a comprehensive written report of an individually designed research study addressing a significant educational issue that will advance the field of mathematics education and will prepare the scholar for future research.

View Courses & Requirements in the Official Academic Catalog