Engineering Education Systems and Design, PhD
You're not just technically skilled --- you want to understand how systems evolve and knowledge is shared. Study how engineers learn, develop effective teaching methods, and design frameworks that shape the next generation of technical leaders.
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STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
International students (F1) can extend U.S. work experience by 24 months.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Degree description
In the Doctor of Philosophy program in engineering education systems and design, you prepare to conduct engineering education research related to your scholarly interests using a systems and design approach.
You have a passion for developing skills as an engineering education researcher and are committed to contributing to the engineering education community. Your learning is driven by engagement with faculty and peers through coursework, research and programmatic events.
You may enter the program with a bachelor's or master's degree in an engineering or related discipline. Areas of research may include workforce adaptability, culturally responsive education, education policy, accessibility, broadening participation in engineering, engineering classroom practices, studies of marginalized groups, student persistence, graduate education, online education and empathy.
Curriculum
This graduate degree includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below.
84 credit hours, a written comprehensive exam, an oral comprehensive exam, a prospectus and a dissertation
Required Core (21 credit hours) Electives and Research (48 credit hours) Other Requirement (3 credit hours) Culminating Experience (12 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information Students are allowed up to six credit hours of 400-level coursework on the student plan of study with appropriate faculty advisor and program chair approval.
EGR 535 Innovation and Design of Engineering Academic Settings (IDEAS) (3)
EGR 565 Qualitative Methods for Engineering Education Research (3)
EGR 572 Quantitative Methods for Engineering Education Research (3)
EGR 574 Engineering Education Systems in Context (3)
EGR 576 From Then Until Now: Examining Inequities in STEM (3)
EGR 671 Applications of Qualitative Methods for Engineering Education Research (3)
EGR 673 Applications of Quantitative Methods for Engineering Education Research (3)
electives (36)
research (12)
EGR 594 Topic: EESD Seminar (3)
EGR 799 Dissertation (12)
Students may be allowed to apply up to 30 credit hours from a previously awarded master's degree to their doctoral program as approved by the academic unit and the Graduate College. If students do not have a master's degree, the remaining 30 credit hours must consist of at least 18 graduate-level credit hours in a particular engineering discipline and at most nine credit hours in support of the student's dissertation research area.
What you'll learn
The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.
- Synthesize the engineering education ecosystem by examining its past and exploring its future through course projects.
- Conduct engineering education research using quantitative methods.
- Address the need for social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within engineering education initiatives.
- Conduct engineering education research using qualitative methods.
Synthesize the engineering education ecosystem by examining its past and exploring its future through course projects. Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. To be considered for admission to the program, applicants must have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in their first bachelor's degree program or in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program; or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in nine credit hours of graduate coursework from a U.S. institution; or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable conferred master's degree program from a regionally accredited college or university. All applicants must submit: Additional Application Information Global Launch at ASU offers an online alternative to standardized testing for international students who are seeking admission to ASU but need proof of English proficiency. Unofficial transcripts may be submitted at the time of application. If admitted, applicants must then submit official transcripts to ASU Graduate Admission Services. If the applicant does not meet the minimum GPA requirements, the application may still be considered. In certain cases, demonstrated aptitude through professional experience or additional postbaccalaureate education is considered. Applicants can opt to note faculty members (the current endorsed list of faculty is available on the Polytechnic campus website) they've spoken to or are interested in working with if they matriculate at ASU.
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
Application deadlines
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | 12/15 | Priority* |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | 09/15 | Priority* |
*A priority deadline means that applications submitted and completed before the priority deadline will receive priority consideration. Applications submitted after the priority deadlines will be reviewed in the order in which they were completed and on a space-available basis. An application is complete after all materials are received by Admission Services.
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
Get an estimateCareer opportunities
Graduates are equipped for competitive positions in top-tier research institutions as exemplary scholars and teachers or to serve as leaders in engineering education in a variety of settings, including:
- education startups
- government agencies
- industry
- policy-setting institutions
- science centers and museums
- think tanks
- universities
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
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