Simon Fraser University
Curriculum Theory and Implementation: Doctor of Philosophy

 

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

What this program is about...

The PhD is designed for students who wish to develop a comprehensive understanding of current educational theory and practice. It prepares students for professional and teaching positions in colleges and universities, or for leadership roles in school districts with regard to planning and implementing curricula. The program is a somewhat atypical blend of the European and North American traditions of doctoral study. It involves a small set of required courses, and relies significantly on an apprenticeship model in which the student works intensively with her or his supervisory committee. Students may engage in a general Curriculum Theory and Instruction program or work with faculty members associated with the applicant's particular area of interest. Consult the faculty graduate research interest areas to review. Courses are offered in late afternoon-evening during most terms.

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 911-5 Colloquium in Curriculum Theory I
EDUC 912-5 Colloquium in Curriculum Theory II
EDUC 983-5 Comprehensive Examination
EDUC 899-10 Doctoral Thesis

 

The supervisory committee may require further course work in this or other faculties.

 

The program faculty are ...

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

The Current Students are...

 

 

Resources are...

  • Associations and Conferences
  • Gallery
  • Alumni

FAQs

 

 

 

Contact us

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

 

For academic queries contact Dr. Stephen Smith , academic Coordinator (stephen_smith@sfu.ca; 778-782-3259)

 

 

 

 

 

Last Updated November 6, 2009 FOE