Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Measurement and Evaluation
USF鈥檚 Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Measurement and Evaluation prepares scholars to investigate, measure, and evaluate educational processes, outcomes, and systems using rigorous research methodologies. Offered on the Tampa campus, this research-intensive program equips students with advanced skills in inquiry methodology, data analysis, test development, and program evaluation. Graduates are prepared to contribute meaningful research to universities, school districts, government agencies, commercial test publishers, and evaluation organizations.
What you will learn
黑料社 gain deep expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods, psychometrics, assessment design, and systematic inquiry across educational and social science contexts. Through coursework and mentored research, they learn to design studies, analyze complex data, evaluate educational programs, and apply ethical principles to research and evaluation practice. The program emphasizes scholarly productivity, with students actively engaging in research projects, conference presentations, and publication.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for roles such as:
- University or college faculty in measurement, assessment, or research
- Program evaluators in school districts, nonprofits, and government agencies
- Research analysts or data scientists
- Assessment and test development specialists at commercial testing companies
- Research consultants in educational or social science organizations
What to expect
This doctoral program emphasizes systematic inquiry, applied research, and professional scholarship. 黑料社 engage in rigorous coursework focused on measurement, evaluation, and research methodology and participate in supervised practicum experiences to apply these skills in authentic educational or organizational settings. Throughout the program, students collaborate closely with faculty on research projects, present at national conferences, and develop manuscripts for publication. The program culminates in a dissertation that contributes new knowledge to the field of educational measurement and evaluation.
