Total of 90 credits minimum (maximum of 30 credits form master's degree)
Major Field (DIL) Studies (30-36 credits with at least 18 credits at the 3000 level with a minimum of 15 credits at the University of Pittsburgh)
| Dept |
Course |
Title |
Credits |
| IL |
3532 |
CUR ISSUES & TRENDS IN SPEC EDUC |
3 |
| IL |
3590 |
ADV RESEARCH SEMINAR IN SPECIAL EDU |
3 |
|
|
The remaining courses are chosen based upon the undergraduate or graduate plan of study. Coursework can be taken within the program or in another area or discipline, as long as the work is in the declared area of specialization and the program of studies is approved by the total faculty. |
27-33 |
Research Methodology (12 credits minimum)
| Dept |
Course |
Title |
Credits |
|
|
Approved courses in Research Methodology |
12 |
Research Practicum Courses (6 credits)
| Dept |
Course |
Title |
Credits |
|
|
Approved Research Practicum |
6 |
Academic Area (9-18 credits)
| Dept |
Course |
Title |
Credits |
|
|
Nine credits are taken outside of the School of Education if the student's bachelor's degree is in an academic discipline or the equivalent. Eighteen credits are taken outside the School of Education if the degree is not in an academic discipline. |
9-18 |
Electives (Credits variable)
| Dept |
Course |
Title |
Credits |
|
|
Electives are chosen to bring breadth and/or depth to the program of study. Because of the broad areas of specialty within the field of Special Education, these courses may be taken within the School or from across the University. |
|
Dissertation (18 credits)
| Dept |
Course |
Title |
Credits |
|
|
Dissertation |
18 |