2024-2025 Graduate Catalog (Catalog goes into effect at the start of the Fall 2024 semester) | | | College of Education > Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies > Higher Education Leadership and Policy Studies, PhD This 66-hour doctoral program prepares students to conduct research and generate scholarship aimed at furthering a critical understanding of higher education and its role in society while providing service to our local, state, and national communities through the improvement of higher education, and in general the furthering of education for all people. To accomplish those broad aims, the Ph.D. curriculum in Higher Education provides students multi-disciplinary opportunities to develop specific competency in key areas. A solid framework for understanding educational challenges and opportunities; the inherently global nature of all educational experiences and their outcomes; and the critical contribution of rigorous research to adequate policy development; and the connected enterprise of increasing educational opportunity and success among schools, communities, and businesses. For more information, please visit http://www.uh.edu/education/degree-programs/higher-ed-phd/ . Admission RequirementsThe College of Education takes into consideration a number of criteria when determining admission, including prior college or university performance, letters of recommendation, standardized test scores and statement of intent. All applicants must abide by the minimum qualifications for admissions to a master’s or doctoral program. All graduate applicants (regardless of citizenship status) must demonstrate proficiency in English to obtain admission to the University. For more information, visit http://www.uh.edu/graduate-school/admissions/international-students/english-proficiency/ . An applicant is responsible for ensuring that all required materials for the evaluation of admissions are received by the College before the program’s deadline. If the application is not complete by the program’s deadline, it will not be evaluated for the admissions. Full details of the online application process can be found at www.uh.edu/graduate-school/admissions/how-to-apply . Applicant Checklist:- Complete online graduate application including statement of interest, resume/c.v., writing sample, letters of recommendation, and application fee payment
- Official transcripts from all previous college/university work sent to the UH Graduate School.
- Official reporting of GRE scores taken in the last five years
- International students have additional documentation requirements which can be found at www.uh.edu/graduate-school/admissions/international-students/
GRE Waiver OptionThe GRE requirement is waived for applicants to the PhD in Higher Education Leadership and Policy Studies program who have at least one of the following from an institution accredited by one of the six regional accrediting associations as specified in the UH Minimum Qualifications for Admission to Master’s and Doctoral Programs: - an overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.00 or higher (on a 4-point scale), or
- a master’s or terminal degree.
Grade Point Average RequirementsAdmission requirements for the College of Education require a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.6 for undergraduate coursework or over the last 60 credit hours of coursework. The College requires a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 for graduate coursework. The College’s admission committees evaluate all credentials submitted by applicants to determine a student’s ability and potential to succeed in graduate study. In addition, the committee is interested in the applicant’s potential to contribute to his/her program of study and the University community as a whole. Please visit the program’s Admission Application Instructions page for more information Degree RequirementsCredit hours required for this degree: 66.0 The curriculum for the HELPS Ph.D. program involves the completion of specific coursework that includes foundations of psychological and educational theory, statistics, and research methodology. Completion of the program typically requires three years of full time study, inclusive of coursework, candidacy research project, comprehensive exam, and dissertation. Since degree plans are enhanced periodically to support continuous improvement planning objectives, students will follow their approved degree plan that is in place at the time in which they complete an official, approved degree plan. The most current sample degree plan and academic benchmarks are provided below. In the first two full years of studies (i.e., fall, spring and summer in each year), students in the HELPS doctoral program are required to complete at least 6 hours of coursework each term (i.e., Fall, Spring, and Summer) to satisfy doctoral residency requirements. Students should reference the schedule of course offerings and, in consultation, identify the courses required for a given term. Program Core Requirements (30 hours)- CUST 8378 - Current Issues in Educ Credit Hours: 3.0
- CUST 8375 - Hist & Phil of Higher Educ Credit Hours: 3.0
- ELCS 7371 - Higher Educ Law Credit Hours: 3.0
- ELCS 8331 - Finance in Higher Education Credit Hours: 3.0
- ELCS 8332 - Student Dev in Post Sec. Inst Credit Hours: 3.0
- ELCS 8338 - Admin Higher Educ Multiculset Credit Hours: 3.0
- ELCS 8355 - Policy Pol & Gov of Education Credit Hours: 3.0
- ELCS 8360 - Studies Post Secondary Educatn Credit Hours: 3.0
- ELCS 8397 - Sem Top Ed Ldshp&Cul St Credit Hours: 3.0
- Economics of Education
Research Methods Core Requirements (15 hours)- EDRS 8380 - Rsch Mthds in Educ Credit Hours: 3.0
- EDRS 8382 - Statistical Analyses in Eductn Credit Hours: 3.0
- SAER 8320 - Ethnog Mthds Educ Credit Hours: 3.0
- ELCS 8330 - Statistical Analyses Credit Hours: 3.0
- ELCS 8322 - Advanced Ethnographic Methods Credit Hours: 3.0
Independent Research Requirements (9 hours min)Students in the HELPS program are required to satisfy two major research requirements: - the candidacy research paper, and
- a doctoral dissertation.
Both of these projects typically involve the collection, analysis, and interpretation of quantitative and/or qualitative data. - SAER 8388 - Sem-Res Ed Ldshp Pol St Credit Hours: 3.0
- ELCS 8399 - Doctoral Dissertation Credit Hours: 3 (for a total of at least 6 hours)
Specialization Electives (minimum 12 hours)Students in the program are required to pursue one of the four Areas of Specialization within the program. These areas include Equity and Social Justice, International Perspectives, Policy and Politics, and Research Methods. Although all students in the program gain some background in these areas through the Program Area Core courses, students within each area add to their expertise by selecting electives relevant to a particular area of specialization. For these electives, students are encouraged to pursue coursework pertinent to their individual career goals, including courses offered by faculty within the Educational Leadership and Policy Studies Department as well as courses offered by other departments in the College of Education, and those related to the fields of sociology, economics, political science, and other behavioral and social sciences. These electives should be identified in consultation with the student’s academic advisor. Academic PoliciesProfessional Development Activities Students in the HELPS program are required to satisfy a Professional Development requirement during their first year in the program. Students are required to complete a separate Residency Report for the Fall and Spring terms of their first year in the program that will serve to satisfy their doctoral residency/professional development requirement. These forms must be approved by the student’s academic advisor, the chair of the department, and the Dean or his/her designee. The following professional development activities are required for doctoral students in the HELPS program. Activities completed each term should be listed on separate Residency Reports for each term. Students should consult with their advisor regarding selection of additional activities that will augment their academic preparation in scholarship, teaching, and service, such as attending presentations of scholarly speakers at the University of Houston or elsewhere (e.g., Rice University, the Medical Center, in the community), assisting other doctoral students with data collection, etc. - Attend at least one defense of a candidacy research proposal in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
- Attend at least one defense of a candidacy research final paper in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
- Attend at least one defense of a dissertation proposal in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
- Attend at least one defense of a dissertation final paper in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
- Attendance at a local, state, or national conference that pertains to education or a relevant social science. The sessions attended may be listed as additional activities.
- Attendance at the Houston Symposium for Research in Education, sponsored by the College of Education, when it is offered
- Membership in the Graduate Students Organization
- Student membership in a professional organization (e.g., American Educational Research Association, American Association for the Study of Higher Education)
Candidacy Research Paper HELPS doctoral students must complete a candidacy research paper before they are eligible to have their Comprehensive Examination Portfolio submission materials officially reviewed. Students are expected to conduct a research project within the general domain of higher education. The scope of this research project should be equivalent to what would be expected from a master’s level thesis. Students who previously have completed a Master’s Thesis may petition to have the thesis count for the candidacy research requirement and should consult with their academic advisor regarding this matter. College Academic Policies University of Houston Academic Policies Markets for Diversifying Agriculture: Case Studies of the U.S MidwestAgricultural diversification stands out as a critical strategy for addressing challenges and seizing opportunities within the agricultural landscape, especially in regions like the Midwest of the U.S. This research delves into the dynamics, opportunities, challenges, and key success drivers associated with agricultural diversification in the Midwest, focusing on three primary crops: oats, peas, and wheat. Employing a case study methodology grounded in empirical and contextual inquiry principles, the research aims to grasp the nuances of diversified agriculture. Data collection integrates primary and secondary sources, including semi-structured interviews and participation in field days. The data collection period spanned from October 2022 to February 2024. Interviews with 29 stakeholders, including farmers, industry representatives, agricultural cooperatives, and non-profits, provided insights into diversified agriculture practices. Each case study provides in-depth insights into the opportunities, challenges, and key drivers of success associated with promoting diversified agriculture initiatives. These case studies underscore the significance of innovation, market access, sustainability, and collaboration in driving success within the industry. The cross-case analysis offers a comprehensive examination of the potential for agricultural diversification in the US Midwest. Through a comparative analysis of the three case studies, commonalities and key themes emerge, shedding light on stakeholder dynamics, business strategies, operational aspects, and scalability factors. In summary, this research significantly contributes to the body of knowledge on agricultural diversification, offering insights that can guide future decisions, agricultural practices, and research endeavors aimed at promoting sustainability and resilience in the agricultural sector in the US Midwest. Degree Type- Master of Science
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Agricultural diversification stands out as a critical strategy for addressing challenges and seizing opportunities within the agricultural landscape, especially in regions like the Midwest of the U.S. This research delves into the dynamics, opportunities, challenges, and key success drivers associated with agricultural diversification in the Midwest, focusing on three primary crops: oats, peas ...