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Doctoral Students

Educational Psychology is the study of human learning and motivation. It encompasses investigations of cognition and the brain; the influence of affect, goals, and interest on learning; the role of assessment in learning; the psychology of teaching; the effectiveness of instructional interventions; the relationship between cognition and technology; the social psychology of learning organizations; and methods for conducting educational research.

The Ph.D. program at UNC prepares individuals to become leaders in addressing these issues. Students are trained in the art of reading, writing, and empirically researching such issues through coursework and collaboration on research projects with faculty members.

Read the School of Psychological Sciences Student Academic Integrity Policy.

For more information, see the Degree Requirements in the UNC catalog.

Take a look at the recent publications from our graduate students

Download the Educational Psychology PhD Handbook