Charlottesville,
VA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Education - Science Education in Charlottesville United States | University of Virginia
University of Virginia
|
Charlottesville United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,300
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
This academic program equips graduates for careers in science education at colleges or universities, as well as research roles requiring specialized curriculum knowledge. The curriculum combines classes, hands-on research training, and practical applications to help students:
conduct innovative studies that expand understanding in science education or teacher training
instruct educators in science disciplines and research-backed teaching methods
assume leadership roles within science education
The Ph.D. program's main objective is to develop expert researchers qualified for diverse higher education roles (in both public and private institutions). Graduates will gain the skills needed for positions as academic researchers, policy experts, and university faculty focused on generating scholarly work rather than direct classroom implementation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
English proficiency requirement:
Paper-based TOEFL: 600
Computer-Based TOEFL: 250
IELTS: 7.0
IBT TOEFL: at least 22 in writing, 22 in speaking, 23 in reading, and 23 in listening for a total score of 90.
Applicants possessing a relevant master's degree (e.g., mathematics, a science, mathematics education, or science education), including a minimum of 12 graduate credits in mathematics or science, with at least two years of mathematics or science teaching experience.
Admission requirements that apply specifically to this program are listed below:
Applicants must possess a relevant master's degree (e.g., mathematics, a science, mathematics education, or science education), including a minimum of 12 graduate credits in mathematics or science.
Applicants must have at least two years of mathematics or science teaching experience.
Submit a goal statement (2 pages). A writing sample is not required.
Paper-based TOEFL: 600
Computer-Based TOEFL: 250
IELTS: 7.0
IBT TOEFL: at least 22 in writing, 22 in speaking, 23 in reading, and 23 in listening for a total score of 90.
Applicants possessing a relevant master's degree (e.g., mathematics, a science, mathematics education, or science education), including a minimum of 12 graduate credits in mathematics or science, with at least two years of mathematics or science teaching experience.
Admission requirements that apply specifically to this program are listed below:
Applicants must possess a relevant master's degree (e.g., mathematics, a science, mathematics education, or science education), including a minimum of 12 graduate credits in mathematics or science.
Applicants must have at least two years of mathematics or science teaching experience.
Submit a goal statement (2 pages). A writing sample is not required.
Tuition
USD
30,300