Explore Our Graduate Programs
Research Methods in Education is an inter-disciplinary framework that draws from perspectives in policy, psychology, pedagogy and history. The Department of Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation offers two graduate programs in Research Methods. The first is a 15-credit Graduate Certificate program where students will learn the fundamentals in basic research methods in education. The second program is a 36-credit Master’s Degree that moves students beyond the fundamentals and allows the study of a focused topic: quantitative methods, evaluation, or research design. Both programs are designed to prepare individuals for a fulfilling career change or even expand their current responsibilities in various fields, including:
- academic institutions
- K-12 school districts
- state and federal agencies
- training programs, in health-related professions
- organizations that specialize in certification, licensing, and testing
Students will develop critical research skills and data analysis techniques and will be able to apply those skills and techniques to real world settings and pressing issues in education. Check out both programs and determine which is right for you!
State Authorization and Licensure
If you plan to complete a University of Kentucky online program while living outside of Kentucky, you should check the Out-of-State Students page to determine if the University of Kentucky is authorized to provide this program in your state of residence. If you plan to use the degree to seek licensure, you should also determine if the degree meets the educational requirements for licensure in your state.