Irvine,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Education in Irvine United States | University of California Irvine
University of California Irvine
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Irvine United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
26,802
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
60 months
The School of Education provides a doctoral program in Education, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds with the potential to excel as scholars and researchers. This Ph.D. program features three specialization tracks: (1) Human Development in Context, (2) Educational Policy and Social Context, and (3) Teaching, Learning, and Educational Improvement. Applicants select their focus area according to their academic interests.
The curriculum typically spans two to three years, including core classes, methodological training, electives, and guided research components. To progress, students must complete a first-year research poster, second-year paper, and 12 designated courses. Advancement to candidacy occurs in the fourth year's fall quarter, with the standard completion timeframe being five years (maximum seven years).
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
All applicants must meet the following minimum academic requirements:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized academic institution with degree standards equivalent to those of the University of California
- Have a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
TOEFL Score Requirements for Admission Consideration:
- On the TOEFL iBT minimum score of 80
- For the paper-based test, a minimum score of 550
IELTS Score Requirements for Admission Consideration:
- An overall minimum score of 7 for admission, with a score of no less than 6 on any individual module.
- Applicants who qualify for admission by the above criteria, and also achieve a score of 8 or higher on the Speaking module may be eligible to serve as a Teaching Assistant.
Tuition
USD
26,802