Our three doctoral degree options were the first of their kind in the nation. Students can pursue a doctorate in Learning Sciences or in Human Development and Social Policy. We also offer a joint PhD in Computer Science and Learning Sciences with the McCormick School of Engineering.
The joint PhD Program in Computer Science and Learning Sciences builds on enduring and growing connections between research on learning and computation. This program is intended for students with an interest in both fields who would otherwise have to choose one area or the other. Learn How to Apply
The Human Development and Social Policy doctoral program is grounded in the study of relations between public policy and human development. Faculty and students conduct research on how public policy affects human development and well-being, how research on human development across the life span informs policy, and how people affect policy. Learn How to Apply
The Learning Sciences doctoral degree program prepares graduates to advance the understanding and practice of teaching and learning. Research and coursework emphasize instructional, technological, and social policy innovations and the design of effective learning and teaching environments. Learn How to Apply