Ph.D. Program Summary Residency
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PHD9101 Introduction to Research PHD9102 Introduction to Teaching in Higher Education PHD9201 Integrative Seminar I PHD9202 Integrative Seminar II ____9xxx Doctoral Seminars (See listings by discipline in Advanced Course Descriptions.) PHD9501 Mentorship I PHD9502 Mentorship II
Residency Examinations First Research Language Competency Second Research Language Competency Comprehensive Exam (written) Comprehensive Exam (oral)
Candidacy
1 1 3 3 24 3 3
4 n/c n/c 2 2
18
Dissertation Prospectus PHD9900 Dissertation Dissertation Defense
Total Hours
1 16 1
60
Doctor of Education The purpose of the Seminary’s Doctor of Education program is to prepare men and women through rigorous academic study for service as leaders in denominational ministry, as teachers in colleges or seminaries, and as educators or administrators in local churches or Christian schools. In our mission to equip students to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary has long recognized the importance of preparing qualified educators to pursue their calling. Southeastern continues to maintain a selection of degree programs focused on professional educators including the MDiv with Christian Education, the M.A. in Christian Education, and the M.A. in Christian School Administration. The addition of the Doctor of Education degree completes a full complement of academic training by providing a terminal degree program for those students called to the ministry of higher education. Graduates of this degree program will be able to apply biblical concepts and educational theory in their chosen area of ministry. Graduates will also demonstrate competence in research skills necessary for guiding future research and problem solving. They will demonstrate leadership skills and administrative concepts needed in a variety of organizational settings and demonstrate teaching skills suited for both ministry and academic environments. Finally, graduates will be able to integrate insights from current research in human growth and development and learning theory to design effective educational models and programs.
Pre-application Phase The pre-application phase includes a pre-application form available from the Doctor of Education office, a professional resume, and official transcripts from each academic institution the applicant has attended beyond high school mailed to the Doctor of Education Office directly from each institution(s).Once these items are completed and considered by the Ed.D. Admission Committee, a full application form will be sent by mail.
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