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  Feb 18, 2025
 
2014-2015 Graduate Studies Bulletin 
  
2014-2015 Graduate Studies Bulletin [Archived Catalog]

Foundations of Education, Ph.D.


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Program Description Learning Outcomes 
Admission Department of Educational Studies 
Program of Study College of Education| 

Program Description

The doctoral program in foundations of education at the University of South Carolina offers both breadth and depth in the study of social, philosophical, and historical issues in education. Faculty combine teaching and scholarship with involvement in the local community as well as work at the state and national levels. In addition to course work in foundations in education, doctoral students are offered the opportunity of an expansive social sciences and humanities education based on an individual program of study they can craft with their advisor and doctoral committee.


Admission

To be considered for admission all of The Graduate School’s application requirements, a letter of intent that expresses the applicant’s professional goals and specific interest in foundations of education, a curriculum vitae listing prior experiences and scholarly activities, and a writing sample (such as a class paper or a published article) must be on file in The Graduate School, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208, by October 1 (spring) or February 15 (summer or fall).


Program of Study (60-63 Post Baccalaureate Hours)

Doctoral students must complete residency requirements, a program of study, a qualifying examination and written and oral comprehensive exam, and must complete and defend a dissertation.

General College Requirements (9 Hours)


Three post-masters courses at the 700-800 level in the College of Education, Columbia campus. Candidates in this degree may choose courses in educational psychology, educational research, counselor education, special education, and educational technology, as well as courses outside the Department of Educational Studies

Note:


Students must earn a grade of B or higher in each course completed in the area of specialization. If a C is earned in a course in this area, the course may be repeated once only.

Related Electives (9-12 Hours)


These courses must form a unified area of study outside the area of specialization, but may not include courses taken to meet the general college requirements.

Dissertation Preparation (at least 12 hours)


Students are required to enroll in EDUC 899 while working on the dissertation.

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