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A doctoral degree in curriculum and teaching offers educators and future educators a comprehensive education in the development and integration of effective curriculum in teaching models. Like most doctoral programs, a doctorate in curriculum and teaching typically requires a master degree for admission. Many programs and schools additionally have independent GPA and other prerequisite requirements for program applicants. Through a series of research coursework, academic exploration, and practical study, graduate students gain a variety of insights into the world of education. Curriculum is explored as not only a resource for teaching, but also as a developmental strategy in primary, secondary, and postsecondary education.

These programs produce specialized graduates that may go on to work in a number of educational positions. Some might use this graduate degree to seek work in primary schools, using the latest curriculum strategies to reach developing young minds. Others may explore opportunities in higher education, teaching college students and the next generation of professionals. There might also be opportunities for careers with the curriculum and teaching doctoral degree in a field that facilitates education: curriculum development. While curriculum developers are not physically educators, they often come from highly educated backgrounds in teaching, and often start as teachers themselves.

Example Courses

• Qualitative Research
• Curriculum Integration
• Teaching and Learning Theory

Potential Industries

• Public Education
• Private Education
• Curriculum and Teaching Software Development

Colleges Offering Degree

• University at Albany State University of New York
• University of North Texas
• NC State University College of Education