Simon Fraser University
Curriculum Theory and Implementation

 

Next admissions deadline is January 15, 2009 for a September 2009 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 semesters.

Which prerequisites are necessary…

A thesis-based MA, with a minimum standing of a 3.5 GPA (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…

Dr. Kieran Egan: Canada Research Chair; educational theory; intellectual development; the nature and development of imagination and its role in education. [curriculum vitae...]

 

Dr. Robin Barrow: Philosophy of education; moral philosophy; curriculum; teacher education; place of philosophy in empirical educational research and teacher education; inquiry into coherence and value of curriculum design and development. [curriculum vitae...]

 

Dr. Peter Grimmett: Teacher education and teacher development; curriculum theory and implementation; educational leadership; teacher research; reflective practice; cultures of teaching. [curriculum vitae...]

 

Dr. Suzanne de Castell: Educational media studies, non-formal learning environments; multi-modal, study of emerging methods of models of educational communications, education, gaming and gender. [curriculum vitae...]

 

Dr. Sean Blenkinsop: Philosophy of education; imagination in teaching and learning; ecology; relational epistemologies; theories of place; existentialism, continental philosophy; educational theory and practice; experiential and outdoor education; care; gender theory; social/ecological justice; international issues; science education; drama education. [curriculum vitae…]

How to apply for admissions…

Applications are open from Saturday, November 15th, 2008 to Thursday, January 15th, 2009.

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.

Contact information...

For advising regarding the graduate admissions process and course registration, please contact Mauvereen Walker (mauve@sfu.ca; 778-782-4787).

 

For academic queries concerning this program, please contact Dr. Sean Blenkinsop, Program Coordinator (sean_blenkinsop@sfu.ca; 778-782-5784).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Last Updated January 19, 2009 FOE