Doctor of Education major in
Physical Education


Accreditation
  • Level I PACUCOA Accredited


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  • 3F, Administration Building
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  • Program Coordinator
Program Description

The program is an advanced degree program designed to integrate theoretical coursework with academic research and practice in Physical Education. Graduate students are trained in the concepts of athletic training, physical education pedagogy and assessment, and instructional behavior. Emphasis in on the development of their competencies aligned to teacher education, physical activity research, coaching, and experience in research and leadership.

Program Policies
  Qualification for Admission

The student should have completed a master’s program in Education. Those entering from fields other than education are required to take a minimum of twelve units of undergraduate or graduate professional education subjects in addition to other degree requirements. Likewise, the applicant should have at least five years of professional work-experience related to the degree being applied for.

  Reminders
  • An INC grade will be given to students who failed to comply with the final requirements of the course;
  • INC grade should be complied within one year, otherwise a grade of 5.0 will automatically be reflected on the report card;
  • The maximum units to be enrolled for each trimester should be strictly observed;
  • A comprehensive examination will be given after the completion of all Level 1 courses;
  • The Thesis writing course can only be taken after passing the comprehensive examination;
  • A schedule for Proposal Hearing and Final Oral Defense will be posted. Application must be made within the approved schedule only;
  Compre Exam / Terminal Paper

After completing the academic requirements of 36 units, the doctorand can apply for the Comprehensive Examination which will cover the basic courses, major courses, and cognate courses.

  Requirments for Graduation

Six (6) Hardbound copies and a soft copy of publicly defended practice-based dissertation.

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