Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum & Instruction / STEM
Texas Tech University

Program Details

This online STEM teaching degree, while not geared for post-secondary faculty in any of the STEM fields, focuses on curricular issues as a field of inquiry. Gain strengths in understanding and addressing complex and multiple questions that influence curriculum theory, design, development, delivery, assessment, and evaluation. Students in this STEM teaching degree learn to analyze, conduct, research, and evaluate STEM education. Courses immerse student scholars in STEM education research by:

  • Exploring and critically evaluating foundational and current issues
  • Examining methodological approaches
  • Analyzing and interpreting research data and information
  • Applying research competencies to produce scholarly work

Place-bound professionals can complete this STEM teaching online degree without interrupting their current careers. Complete online courses and face-to-face summer intensive sessions.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Texas Tech University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

GRE, Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Essay/Writing Sample, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Must hold a master’s degree in STEM education or a closely related field with three or more years of K-12 STEM teaching
  • Includes face-to-face summer meetings and may include on-campus residency components