West Lafayette,
IN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Biological Sciences - Biology Education in West Lafayette United States | Purdue University
Purdue University
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West Lafayette United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,802
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Biology Education Area brings together individuals passionate about teaching and pedagogical research. Our shared mission is to advance top-tier education by integrating research findings into curriculum and course development. This interdisciplinary field collaborates across specialties to address teaching and learning challenges within biological sciences.
Within the Biology Education Area, we dedicate ourselves to enhancing biology instruction both at Purdue University and globally. Our members engage in diverse cross-disciplinary initiatives aimed at boosting student achievement through refined educational approaches. Research in this domain concentrates on:
creating Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs)
transforming classroom and lab teaching for better educational outcomes
supporting undergraduate and graduate student persistence in Biology programs
professional growth for educators
training and resources for High School Biology instructors
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
Official Transcripts required.
Cumulative Grade Point Average from most recently conferred undergraduate, graduate, or professional degree: 3.0 or equivalent (A=4.0)
TOEFL iBT - 107 (Minimum Scores: Writing 24, Speaking 26, Listening 22 and Reading 22)
TOEFL PBT (No minimum) - Reading 19, Listening 14 and Writing 18
IELTS - An overall band score of 7.5 is required for admission with the following minimum section requirements:
Reading 6.5, Listening 6.0, Speaking 6.0 and Writing 5.5
Cumulative Grade Point Average from most recently conferred undergraduate, graduate, or professional degree: 3.0 or equivalent (A=4.0)
TOEFL iBT - 107 (Minimum Scores: Writing 24, Speaking 26, Listening 22 and Reading 22)
TOEFL PBT (No minimum) - Reading 19, Listening 14 and Writing 18
IELTS - An overall band score of 7.5 is required for admission with the following minimum section requirements:
Reading 6.5, Listening 6.0, Speaking 6.0 and Writing 5.5
Tuition
USD
18,802