Texas State University
Doctor of Education or Philosophy in Developmental Education
The Doctor of Education or Philosophy in Developmental Education in Education is offered by Texas State University.
Program Length: 2 YEARS.
Doctor of Education or Philosophy in Developmental Education offered by Texas State University
As the first doctorate of philosophy (Ph.D.) and one of three doctorates of education (Ed.D.) programs in developmental education in the country, the program fills a crucial need for innovative research in a field that serves students underprepared for postsecondary education by valuing social, cultural, and critical perspectives.Through research, scholarship, and professional experiences, the program effects change in the areas of developmental literacy, developmental mathematics, and learning support.
Course WorkThe Ph.D. and the Ed.D. program requires 66 total credit hours consisting of:
- core courses grounded in developmental education theory and research
- research methodology courses
- specialization courses in the student’s preferred concentration: developmental literacy, developmental mathematics, or learning support
- dissertation courses
Students enter in cohorts each fall term. Full-time students typically take 9-10 hours each semester, and part-time students (with the exception of a one-year residency requirement) take 6-7 hours until they advance to candidacy.