All work to be applied to doctoral degree programs must be completed within five years after the qualifying examination has been passed. Otherwise, the student must petition for permission to repeat the examination. The current edition of the University of Florida Graduate Catalog lists minimum university requirements. Departmental and program area requirements may exceed university minimums. Persons interested in advanced degrees should refer to both the university and department materials.
Students are responsible for knowing and following university requirements.
Areas of specialization require additional specific courses. At least 100 hours beyond the bachelor's degree. From 12 to 24 hours in EDG 7980, Doctoral Research, an independent study course covering the doctoral dissertation. A total of 12 hours beyond the bachelor's degree drawn from courses at the 6000 or 7000 level in Curriculum, Foundations, and doctoral seminars in Instruction and Curriculum. At least 3 hours must be taken in Foundations and at least 3 hours must be taken in doctoral seminars in Instruction and Curriculum.