PhD in Educational Studies

Welcome to the PhD in Educational Studies program at the Faculty of Education.

This page provides quick access to information and resources commonly used by current PhD students. Detailed information about program requirements, milestones, policies, forms, and student supports can be found in the PhD Student Handbook and the Graduate Hub.

The PhD program is offered through both full-time and flex-time pathways. Students in both pathways normally complete their doctoral coursework during the first year of study before progressing toward candidacy and dissertation research. The flex-time pathway is designed for working professionals who require greater flexibility while completing their dissertation. Following successful completion of candidacy requirements, flex-time students may transition to part-time registration while completing their dissertation.

Program at a Glance

• Full-time and flex-time pathways available
• Doctoral coursework typically completed during the first year of study
• Supervisor and advisory committee established early in the program
• Advisory committee established early in the program
• Candidacy is achieved upon successful completion of coursework, the comprehensive portfolio, and dissertation proposal

Course Offerings

• EU801 Epistemology and Research in Educational Studies
• EU802 Critical Issues in Research in Educational Studies
• EU803 Advanced Seminar I
• EU804 Advanced Seminar II
• EU805 Advanced Seminar III
• EU898 Comprehensive Portfolio and Dissertation Proposal
• EU899 PhD in Educational Studies Dissertation