Effective Fall 2018, this plan will be the Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum and Instruction.
This dissertation-based degree is designed for those who seek advanced preparation in teaching and curriculum with the goal of participating professionally in a variety of venues, including public and private schools, community colleges, government, and other agencies.
This degree is appropriate if you are seeking advanced preparation in teaching and learning and wish to prepare for professional leadership and participation in public or private schools, community colleges, universities, and other agencies.
To receive a Doctor of Education Degree (EdD) at Northern Arizona University, you must complete a planned group of courses, from one or more disciplines, ranging from at least 63 - 90 units of graduate-level courses. Most plans require research, a dissertation, and comprehensive exams. All plans have residency requirements regarding time spent on the Flagstaff campus engaged in full-time study.
The full policy can be viewed here.
In addition to University Requirements:
Minimum Units for Completion | 90 |
Additional Admission Requirements | Required |
Dissertation | Dissertation is required. |
Oral Defense | Oral Defense is required. |
Fieldwork Experience/Internship | Required |
Research | Individualized research is required. |
Purpose Statement
In this flexible doctor of education program, you will build knowledge around issues, theories, and research in curriculum and instruction. Our program also provides opportunities to teach university-level classes, conduct research with faculty, and present at local, regional and national conferences.
This degree is designed to prepare you for a variety of possible paths. Our graduates work in areas such as:
Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required.
The NAU graduate online application is required for all programs. Admission to many graduate programs is on a competitive basis, and programs may have higher standards than those established by the Graduate College.
Admission requirements include the following:
Visit the NAU Graduate Admissions website for additional information about graduate school application deadlines, eligibility for study, and admissions policies.
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International applicants have additional admission requirements. Please see the International Graduate Admissions Policy.
Take the following 90 units:
Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also successfully complete. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.