Doctor of Education

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Learning Design & Leadership

Typical Plan of Study (minimum 64 hours)

Required Courses

16 hours

Research Methods Required Course

4 hours

Select 1 Additional Research Methods Course

4 hours

4 electives from LDL or other programs

16 hours
Courses selected in consultation with your advisor. 

Qualifying Exams

12 hours

With advisor approval, students may take the following courses OR 12 credits of EPOL 595 Independent study for their qualifying exams.

Dissertation courses

8-12 hours

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