Simon Fraser University
Curriculum Theory and Implementation Philosophy of Education: Doctor of Philosophy

 

NEXT ADMISSIONS DEADLINE IS JANUARY 15, 2010 FOR A SEPTEMBER 2010 START.

What this program is about...

Philosophy is a radical practice. It is a way of being rooted in calling out and responding to the world. This PhD program with an emphasis on Philosophy of Education is hence both a call and a response to those who wish to engage in a radical approach to understanding and transforming education. In terms of the subject matter of teaching and research, the program encompasses three overlapping dimensions: Ecology, Culture, and Consciousness. It is designed to attract educators from diverse professional fields, communities, and teaching and leadership positions who are interested in studying philosophical texts and contexts pertaining to educational studies. And it will prepare students to apply knowledge, sensibility, skills and dispositions of philosophical inquiry, analysis, and interpretation to their research topics and to their educational practices.

At the heart of this program is the cohort model of community building that horizontally and vertically brings together faculty members and students to facilitate continuity and consolidation of learning conversations and research activities. The four core faculty members (along with additional adjunct members) in this program work together, closely and collaboratively, to support students throughout the entire journey of their program, from initial course work to completion of dissertation.

 

Which prerequisites are necessary...

A thesis-based MA with a standing of a 3.5 CGPA (or B+ average) will normally be required for admissions.

How the program is structured...

EDUC 901-5 Seminar in the History of Educational Theory
EDUC 902-5 Interdisciplinary Seminar in Contemporary Educational Theory
EDUC 921-5 Seminar in Philosophy and Educational Theory
EDUC 922-5 Seminar in Epistemology and Education
EDUC 983-5 Comprehensive Examination
EDUC 899-10 Doctoral Thesis
 

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How to apply for admissions...

Online application system open from November 15, 2009 to January 15, 2010.

What financial support is available...

Outstanding applicants may be offered financial assistance in the form of an entrance Graduate Fellowship in the amount of $6250. Applicants should note, however, that the number of such fellowships is limited. Additional financial resources can include scholarships and bursuries as well as part-time employment as a teaching assistant (TA) or research assistant (RA). Information on graduate financial aid and other useful links are available at the University's main information source for graduate students,

 
 

Program Fees are...

Tuition - $1565.50/term


Recreation/Athletics - $64.36
Student Activity - $60.65
Student Services - $38.62
Graduation(first 6 terms) - $6.00
Universal Transit Pass - $104.36
Sub-total - $1839.59

Extended Health* - $59.76
Dental* - $67.90
Total - $1967.25

*If students have existing extended health/dental coverage, an opt out
process is available. See www.sfsbenefits.com for deadlines.

Tuition is reduced to $782.80/term after 6 terms for Masters students and 8 terms for PhD students. All other costs remain the same each term.

On leave fee $197.50/term

 


 

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Contact us

For graduate admissions/course registration, contact Mauvereen Walker (educdoc@sfu.ca; 778-782-4787).

 

For academic queries contact Dr. Charles Bingham, Academic Coordinator (bingham@sfu.ca; 778-782-6578).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Last Updated November 13, 2009 FOE