Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Advanced Educational Studies – Curriculum and Instruction
Engage in Advanced Research with Liberty’s Online Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction
Do you want to build on your practice-focused teaching expertise with innovative academic research? With Liberty University’s 100% online Ph.D. in Advanced Educational Studies – Curriculum and Instruction degree program, you can expand your knowledge, skills, and training in curriculum development and teaching methods through advanced course content and in-depth research. By transferring in up to two-thirds of your conferred Ed.D. degree, you can fast-track your doctoral dissertation project with Liberty’s Ph.D. in Advanced Educational Studies.
Educators strive to influence classrooms across county, state, and national levels by creating innovative and effective curriculums that help students live up to their fullest potential. However, if your doctoral studies were in a practice-focused Doctor of Education track, you may now find that you are missing a research credential to meet your career goals. With our program, you can build on the valuable knowledge and insight you have already gained in your Ed.D. to engage in cutting-edge research through your dissertation.
What Will You Study in Liberty’s PhD in Advanced Educational Studies – Curriculum and Instruction?
Through this program, you will:
- Develop highly advanced and effective curriculum
- Engage with curriculum and instruction theory
- Learn advanced research skills for the doctoral dissertation
- Study current trends and issues in education
Through our curriculum and instruction concentration, you will evaluate the process of designing curriculum and implementing instructional practices. You will analyze pedagogical concepts and approaches based on research and knowledge of the discipline. You will also utilize highly advanced research content from these courses and previous Ed.D. studies to develop your dissertation.
Potential Career Options with a Curriculum and Instruction Degree
- Curriculum creator
- Curriculum specialist
- Educational consultant
- Educational instructor
- Executive education position
- K-12 administrator
- Superintendent of schools*
- Survey researcher
- Training and development specialist
- University administrator
- University professor
*This role may require additional licensure.
Benefits of Our PhD in Curriculum and Instruction Degree
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online PhD in Advanced Educational Studies degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- The PhD in Advanced Educational Studies is 100% online with no required on-campus intensives.Our PhD online allows you to transfer in up to 39 credit hours so you can turn your EdD into a PhD in as little as 1.5-2 years – depending on your transfer credit.
- Completing your PhD with an integrated dissertation gives you a terminal educational credential that shows employers you have reached the pinnacle of your field’s achievement.
Military Tuition Discount
We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want — at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour. Find out how you can take advantage of this unique opportunity as you work towards your goal of reaching the pinnacle of your profession — for less.
Credit Hours
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 39 credits
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
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Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus
Our residential campus ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America. That commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.
No tuition increase for 9 years
We want to help you pursue your goals - so while tuition rates at most universities have continued to increase over the years, the majority of our rates haven't.
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