Program Overview

Saint Louis University's doctoral program in curriculum and instruction emphasizes the tools of research and the interplay of theory and practice in education. The program prepares students to produce original research and advocate for educational change with a focus on issues of social justice and educational equity. Graduates develop expertise in explaining learning and curriculum theories, researching questions in the field of curriculum and instruction, analyzing social justice issues in education, and using oral and written communication to convey their findings and advocate for change.