The PhD Program supports study in six interrelated theme areas (fields of study) that reflect the ongoing research foci of faculty at the participating universities. All of these themes are of growing importance in education. Given our rapid development as a knowledge society, all are ripe for further advanced study and research:

• Curriculum Studies
• Educational Foundations and Leadership
• Inclusive Education
• Lifelong Learning
• Literacies
• Psychological Aspects of Education

As part of the admissions process, students identify one or more of these interrelated themes as the intended focus of their studies.