Doctor of Philosophy in Science Education
Program Code: PH6856
The Ph.D. program in Science Education is built on a common foundation of learning theory, the social and cultural contexts of education, curriculum and instruction theory, the moral and ethical dimensions of leadership, and quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. In addition to completing a dissertation, it is expected that all students completing a doctoral degree in Science Education will demonstrate knowledge and skills in a common core of competencies and an area of specialization.
For each individual scholar, coursework serves as the basis for investigating a significant educational issue that will advance the field of science education and prepare them for future research. Every student in the Ph.D. program in Science Education has the opportunity to construct a highly individualized program based on each scholar’s career goals. Specializations are available based on the expertise of doctoral faculty.
The Ph.D. program in Science Education can be completed full- or part-time. For full-time students, program completion typically requires 4 years.
Contact
Danielle Dani
Program Coordinator
Courtney Koestler
Doctoral Coordinator
Program Curriculum & Admissions
For more information about admissions and the courses required for this program, please visit the Graduate Catalog.
English Proficiency Requirement
Please review information about Ohio University's minimum English Language Proficiency requirements for graduate study.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate a strong foundation in a science subject field and the current trends and issues in science education.
- Use their understanding about how PK–16 students learn and engage in science to develop, evaluate, and investigate equitable and inclusive science education curriculum, teaching, assessment, and technology.
- Discuss, evaluate, and synthesize the theories and body of literature central to science education, professional preparation standards for science teachers, and K–12 science learning standards.
- Develop teaching skills for university-based science and science education courses or professional development.
- Conduct independent empirical research that uses research methodologies appropriate to the study of science education and is suitable for professional publication and presentations.
- Provide leadership and advocacy through science education, research, and science teacher education.
Funding Information
- Departmental funding opportunities
- Funding opportunities across the college
- Graduate College funding opportunities