About the Program
Students complete a minimum of two full years of core and elective courses, followed by comprehensive examinations and completion of the dissertation research project. During the first year, students complete core courses in the history and philosophy of social work, theory and the philosophy of science, research methods, and statistics. During the second year, coursework topics include additional research methods, a research practicum, social work education, teaching practicum and elective courses centered on the student’s areas of interest. The research dissertation is the capstone of the student’s educational experience. Dissertation topics are proposed by the student and require approval from the student’s doctoral advisory committee. At least 60 credit hours are required to graduate.
