Master Instructional Planning with Liberty University’s EdD in Curriculum and Instruction
If you want to enhance your training and become an education expert, then we have the program for you. Our 100% online Doctor of Education (EdD) in Curriculum and Instruction is a terminal degree that can help you excel and lead in your field.
This program covers education administration, curriculum development, learning theory, and the latest research. You can gain the specialized skills necessary to become an effective educational administrator, university faculty member, senior educational leader, or educational policymaker. With the curriculum and instruction area of study, you have the flexibility to focus on the courses you need to become an expert in your field.
Why Choose Liberty’s EdD in Curriculum and Instruction?
When committing to a doctoral program, you need to be sure you’re choosing the school that’s right for you. At Liberty, our mission is Training Champions for Christ. To continue this mission, we strive for excellence in all that we do.
Here are some of the reasons why Liberty stands out:
- You can learn from experienced education professionals who are dedicated to mentoring you.
- You can gain the skills needed to evaluate and address teaching challenges in K-12 institutions and universities.
- Your courses can be completed 100% online – whenever and wherever is most convenient to you.
Specializations for the EdD in Curriculum and Instruction at Liberty University
Our online Doctor of Education (EdD) in Curriculum and Instruction degree program has several areas of specialization. You have the opportunity to choose courses that can help you better meet your career goals.
Educational Psychology
Elementary Education
General
Instructional Design and Technology
Middle Grades Education
Online Teaching and Learning
Secondary Education
Special Education
What Will You Learn in Our Online Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction?
This program can enhance your understanding of essential educational concepts. You can also learn practical classroom management tools, have the opportunity to sharpen your research skills, and publish new content. Your online education courses will focus on current trends and theories of curriculum planning and development.
One of the most valuable aspects of our EdD in Curriculum and Instruction is that you can personalize it to fit your goals. We offer several different specializations ranging from special education to instructional design and technology. This allows you to tailor your degree to meet the needs of your career.
Featured Courses
- EDUC 721 – Issues and Trends in Exceptionality
- EDUC 735 – Issues and Trends in Curriculum and Instruction
- EDUC 771 – Curriculum Theory
- EDUC 871 – Investigations in Curriculum Change
What Can I Do with an EdD in Curriculum and Instruction?
Here are some of the career opportunities that may be available to you after graduating with our EdD in Curriculum and Instruction:
- Curriculum specialist
- Distance learning senior director
- Educational technology director
- Elementary educator
- Gifted student instructor
- Instructional supervisor
- Middle school educator
- Military education specialist
- Researcher
- School administrator
- Secondary school educator
- Senior training specialist
- Special education instructor
- University professor
Benefits of Earning Your Online EdD with Liberty University
- We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
Degree Information for Liberty University’s EdD Program in Curriculum and Instruction
- An extensive final capstone project is required.
- This online EdD degree falls under the School of Education.
- View the Graduate Education Course Guides (login required).
Military Benefits for Our Online EdD Degree Program
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe. Whether you are a current service member, discharged or retired from service, or the spouse of a service member or veteran, we are here to support you every step of the journey.
As a thank-you for your dedication and service to our country, Liberty is honored to serve and support you in your pursuit of online education by offering the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate and Ed.S./EdD courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Admission Requirements for Liberty University’s Curriculum and Instruction EdD
A regionally or nationally accredited master’s degree with a 3.0 or above GPA is required for admission in good standing. Please visit our admission requirements page for more detailed admissions-related information.
All applicants must submit the following:
- Admission application
- Application fee*
- Official college transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency (for applicants whose native language is other than English)
*There is no upfront application fee; however, a deferred $50 application fee will be assessed during Financial Check-In. This fee is waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required.
Transfer Policies
At Liberty, we want to help you make the most of your prior education by allowing you to transfer in previously earned college credit. That’s why you can transfer in up to 50% of your total credits for a master’s or doctoral program!
Some restrictions apply. Please visit our Transfer Policy page for more information.
