Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in STEM Education

University of Maine

The STEM Education Ph.D. is an interdisciplinary degree program for those who have an interest in improving the quality of science, technology, engineering, or mathematics education through research. The concentration is housed in the College of Education and Human Development (COEHD) and governed by an interdisciplinary committee consisting of STEM education faculty associated with COEHD and the Maine Center for Research in STEM Education (RiSE Center). The program prepares people for faculty positions in STEM education research.The PhD requires a minimum of 45 credits of coursework and a research dissertation. Students in the PhD:Are eligible for financial supportCarry out STEM education research studies broadly, and in their discipline(s)Build robust research skills while strengthening their knowledge of the discipline(s)Join a vibrant interdisciplinary community of STEM education researchers and students associated with the Maine RiSE centerAre full-time students

College of Education and Human Development