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PhD of Curriculum and Instruction
- Houston, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A 30-credit non-licensure M.Ed. With four concentrations.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Curriculum and Instruction. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.
Career outcomes
- Educational agencies and museums
- Government positions
- International or private schools
- Government positions with the CIA
- FBI or NASA
Curriculum
- 30 credits with core graduate coursework then one of four concentrations: curriculum and instruction
- Educational leadership
- Special education or STEM. Non-licensure
- So careers extend beyond classrooms. Courses are on campus
- Hybrid or online
- There is an individualised capstone with an optional research component.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited US institution or a recognised equivalent
- Requirements set by each programme.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited US institution or a recognised equivalent.
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
- Recommendation Letters
- Curriculum Vitae
- Academic Transcripts.
How to apply
- Check the programme requirements and deadline on the Graduate School deadlines page. Deadlines are set by each programme. Apply online to the programme. Upload degree records
- Statement
- CV and recommendation letters
- Plus English proof (TOEFL iBT 79
- IELTS 5
- Duolingo 105 or PTE Academic . Receive the offer from the programme. Get the I-20 using the Graduate School I-20 funds calculator and apply for the F-1 student visa.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $16,452 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $90 USD |
| Deposit | $3,300 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Education |
| Department | Curriculum and Instruction |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 66 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | The provider lists scholarship opportunities. Programme eligibility, Intake coverage and award value depend on the specific scholarship rules. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is $16,452 USD per year. The application fee is $90 USD. The deposit is $3,300 USD. The estimated living cost is $15,650 USD.

