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Doctoral candidates have the option to specialize in one of seven focus areas, pursue eleven different graduate certificates, or create a customized concentration in collaboration with their advisor and the Public Policy Graduate Program Director. Coursework for concentrations and electives can be drawn from diverse programs and colleges throughout Oregon State University, including Ecampus. Every established concentration is supported by a faculty advisor who assists students in selecting suitable courses and committee members. The following links provide access to course offerings and advisor information for each specialization. Important: PhD candidates may include up to 27 blanket credits in their Programs of Study, which encompasses practicum credits such as PPOL 507-Seminar and PPOL 608-Practicum.