Program Overview
University of Denver Graduate Bulletin
The University of Denver Graduate Bulletin provides comprehensive information about the university's graduate programs, including degree requirements, course descriptions, and admission criteria.
About the University of Denver
The University of Denver is a private institution located in Denver, Colorado. The university offers a wide range of graduate programs through its various colleges and schools, including the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, the Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science, and the Morgridge College of Education.
Graduate Programs
The University of Denver offers numerous graduate programs, including:
- Master's degrees in fields such as business, education, engineering, and social sciences
- Doctoral degrees in fields such as education, engineering, and social sciences
- Certificate programs in areas such as business, education, and healthcare
- Dual degree programs that allow students to pursue two graduate degrees simultaneously
Admission Criteria
Admission to the University of Denver's graduate programs is based on a variety of factors, including:
- Academic performance, as evidenced by undergraduate GPA and graduate entrance exam scores (e.g., GRE, GMAT)
- Relevant work experience or research experience
- Letters of recommendation from academic or professional mentors
- Personal statement or statement of purpose
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and fees for the University of Denver's graduate programs vary depending on the program and the number of credits taken. Students can expect to pay:
- Tuition rates ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 per credit hour
- Fees for services such as health insurance, parking, and recreation center access
Research Areas
The University of Denver has a strong research focus, with faculty and students working on projects in a variety of areas, including:
- Education: teacher education, educational leadership, special education
- Engineering: computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering
- Social Sciences: psychology, sociology, anthropology
- Business: finance, marketing, management
Course Descriptions
The University of Denver offers a wide range of graduate courses, including:
- Core courses in areas such as research methods, statistics, and theory
- Elective courses in areas such as education, engineering, and social sciences
- Specialized courses in areas such as business, healthcare, and nonprofit management
Curriculum and Instruction (CUI) Program
The Curriculum and Instruction (CUI) program at the University of Denver is designed for students who want to pursue a career in education. The program offers:
- Master's and doctoral degrees in curriculum and instruction
- Specializations in areas such as teacher education, educational leadership, and special education
- Courses in areas such as curriculum design, instructional strategies, and educational research
CUI Course Descriptions
The CUI program offers a variety of courses, including:
- CUI 4020: Introduction to Curriculum
- CUI 4021: Introduction to Curriculum Models and Application
- CUI 4022: Curriculum Theory into Practice
- CUI 4031: Teaching and Learning
- CUI 4032: Analysis of Teaching
Gifted Education Program
The Gifted Education program at the University of Denver is designed for students who want to pursue a career in gifted education. The program offers:
- Master's and doctoral degrees in gifted education
- Specializations in areas such as gifted education, talent development, and creativity
- Courses in areas such as gifted education, curriculum design, and instructional strategies
Gifted Education Course Descriptions
The Gifted Education program offers a variety of courses, including:
- CUI 4400: Nature and Needs of Gifted Learners
- CUI 4401: Nature, Needs, and Psychological Aspects of Giftedness
- CUI 4402: Curriculum for Gifted Learners
- CUI 4403: Curriculum and Instructional Strategies and Fieldwork for Gifted Learners
STEM Education Program
The STEM Education program at the University of Denver is designed for students who want to pursue a career in STEM education. The program offers:
- Master's and doctoral degrees in STEM education
- Specializations in areas such as science education, mathematics education, and engineering education
- Courses in areas such as STEM education, curriculum design, and instructional strategies
STEM Education Course Descriptions
The STEM Education program offers a variety of courses, including:
- CUI 4600: History and Philosophy of STEM Education
- CUI 4610: Learning and Teaching of STEM
- CUI 4620: Research on Diversity, Equity, and Social Justice in STEM Education
- CUI 4630: Technology in STEM Education
EdD in Curriculum and Instruction
The EdD in Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Denver is a doctoral program designed for students who want to pursue a career in education leadership. The program offers:
- Specializations in areas such as curriculum and instruction, educational leadership, and special education
- Courses in areas such as educational research, curriculum design, and instructional strategies
- A dissertation or final project that demonstrates the student's expertise in curriculum and instruction
EdD Course Descriptions
The EdD in Curriculum and Instruction program offers a variety of courses, including:
- CUI 5980: Research as Problem Analysis
- CUI 5981: Research as Intervention
- CUI 5982: Applied Research
- CUI 5983: Defense of Research
PhD in Curriculum and Instruction
The PhD in Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Denver is a doctoral program designed for students who want to pursue a career in education research. The program offers:
- Specializations in areas such as curriculum and instruction, educational leadership, and special education
- Courses in areas such as educational research, curriculum design, and instructional strategies
- A dissertation that demonstrates the student's expertise in curriculum and instruction
PhD Course Descriptions
The PhD in Curriculum and Instruction program offers a variety of courses, including:
- CUI 5991: PhD Independent Study
- CUI 5992: Research as Intervention and Applied Analysis
- CUI 5993: Dissertation in Practice
- CUI 5995: Dissertation Research