Las Vegas,
NV,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Learning Sciences in Las Vegas United States | University of Nevada, Las Vegas
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
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Las Vegas United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,170
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Ph.D. in Learning Sciences prepares students to investigate and assess various learning settings, particularly those involving technology. This program emphasizes creating, evaluating, and comprehending educational environments within their broader organizational and institutional frameworks. It also covers data analysis techniques and psychological principles.
Program Objectives
Graduates will achieve the following competencies:
Analyze fundamental theories concerning learning, cognitive processes, and human development.
Develop and adapt technological and traditional learning spaces to enhance educational effectiveness.
Assess research projects by examining their methods, theoretical foundations, and contributions to the field.
Apply sophisticated statistical techniques (including computational data analysis) while recognizing causation principles and potential methodological flaws in research.
Demonstrate knowledge of (a) qualitative investigation methods for educational and social phenomena, (b) practical and theoretical aspects of case studies, ethnographic research, observational methods, narrative analysis, and design-based inquiry, and (c) quality standards for qualitative research.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission to the Post-Master's Subplan will be limited to the most qualified applicants based on a combination of the following:
An undergraduate grade point average of 3.00 or above.
If graduate course work has been completed, a graduate grade point average of 3.00 or above.
Admission to the Post-Bachelor's Subplan will be limited to the most qualified applicants based on a combination of the following:
An undergraduate grade point average of 3.25 or above.
If graduate course work has been completed, a graduate grade point average of 3.25 or above.
Transcripts - One transcript from every post-secondary institution the applicant has attended (regardless of whether a degree or credential was earned), showing all coursework, extension and correspondence work, any degrees earned, and the dates that those degrees were awarded. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted as part of the application process. However, if an applicant is admitted, official transcripts will be required by the date specified on the Certificate of Admission. Transfer credits posted on another institution's transcript will not be accepted in lieu of the transcript itself. Only transcripts sent directly from the institution are considered official. Failure to disclose all coursework and/or degrees awarded will result in rescission of admission. IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL - 80, (Paper-based) Minimum score - 74 (Computer-based) Minimum score - 213, Pearson Test of English (PTE) - Minimum score - 65
An undergraduate grade point average of 3.00 or above.
If graduate course work has been completed, a graduate grade point average of 3.00 or above.
Admission to the Post-Bachelor's Subplan will be limited to the most qualified applicants based on a combination of the following:
An undergraduate grade point average of 3.25 or above.
If graduate course work has been completed, a graduate grade point average of 3.25 or above.
Transcripts - One transcript from every post-secondary institution the applicant has attended (regardless of whether a degree or credential was earned), showing all coursework, extension and correspondence work, any degrees earned, and the dates that those degrees were awarded. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted as part of the application process. However, if an applicant is admitted, official transcripts will be required by the date specified on the Certificate of Admission. Transfer credits posted on another institution's transcript will not be accepted in lieu of the transcript itself. Only transcripts sent directly from the institution are considered official. Failure to disclose all coursework and/or degrees awarded will result in rescission of admission. IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL - 80, (Paper-based) Minimum score - 74 (Computer-based) Minimum score - 213, Pearson Test of English (PTE) - Minimum score - 65
Tuition
USD
24,170