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PhD Program in Educational Administration and Planning

General Information about the Program

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Program Title and Final Award

PhD in Educational Administration and Planning

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Awarding Body/ Institution (Faculty / Center/ Institute)

Faculty of Education – Sana’a

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Teaching Institution/ Responsible Department

Department of Educational Administration and Planning

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Other departments involved in teaching the program

All Faculty’s departments

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Medium of Instruction

Arabic

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Program Start Year

 

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Study Mode (Regular/ Distance Learning/ etc.)

Regular

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Type of Program (Courses & Thesis/ Courses & Research Project/ Thesis)

Publication of Two Research Papers + Preparation of PhD Thesis

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Place of Study (on or outside Campus)

Faculty of Education – Sana’a

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System of Study (Credit Hours, Semester-based, Annual, etc.)

 

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Duration of the Program (Total Years and Credit Hours for the Award)

Three years

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Possible Future Career Options for Graduates:

Researcher/ academic

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Levels of Award/ Final Award (Type of Certificate Awarded to Students Who Have Not Met the Requirements for the Award of Master’s Degree)

N/A

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Prerequisite Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Educational Administration and Planning or Master’s Degree in other academic disciplines, supplemented by the completion of remedial courses as specified by the Department in accordance with Graduate Studies Regulations.

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Required GPA/ Average Grade for Admission

‘Very Good’ or according to Graduate Studies Regulations

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Other Requirements

N/A

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Program Coordinator

Prof. AbdulJabbar At-Tayeb

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Date of Program Specification/


Latest Accreditation:

 

 

 

Program Vision, Mission and Aims

 

 

 

  • Program Mission

 

To provide enrolled students with advanced academic expertise rooted in forward-thinking principles, contributing to the cultivation of exceptional competencies in educational administration and planning across diverse fields, equipping them to effectively engage in leadership roles and enhance the functions of educational institutions, both within their specific contexts and within the broader local community.

 

  • Program Aims

 

 

Aligned with the overarching aims of the Faculty of Education, the Department of Educational Administration and Planning endeavors to achieve the following aims through the PhD program:

 

§ To prepare qualified national cadres in educational administration, providing them with a profound understanding of their specialized field.

§ To equip students with contemporary insights, information, knowledge, and skills related to educational administration.

§ To provide students with research trends and skills, empowering them to contribute to educational research and advancement, particularly in the domain of educational administration.

§ To develop students’ capacity to effectively diagnose and address problems in the educational, learning, and school environment.

§ To equip students with proficiency in strategic planning across various educational and learning levels. 

§ To equip student teachers with self-learning and research capabilities in the field of educational administration and planning, including the adept use of modern technology.      

§  To conduct research and academic studies that help solve educational and instructional challenges.

§ To utilize modern global expertise in various areas of educational administration.

§ To contribute to enhancing and refining the educational and school environments through the scientific research presented by PhD students.

§ To contribute to fulfilling the requirements of faculties of education and training academic instructors across a range of administrative and educational specializations.

§ To provide educational institutions with national, technical, and supervisory leaders capable of executing educational initiatives and meeting future educational demands.



Program Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs)

 

First: Knowledge and Understanding 

 

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

A1

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the concepts and theories relevant to educational administration and planning.

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Keep abreast of cognitive and professional advancements, utilizing administrative skills to facilitate adaptation.

A3

Compare and contrast administrative and special education approaches, considering mental or physical requirements.

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Employ their acquired knowledge to effectively lead educational institutions, fostering sustainable development within them.

 

 

 

Second: Intellectual Skills   

 

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

B1

 Analyze concepts, principles and theories pertinent to educational administration and planning.

B2 

Employ scientific methods required to fulfill professional duties relevant to educational administration and planning.

B3

Create a learning and teaching environment to encourage creative and critical thinking among students of Educational Administration and Planning.

B4

Employ a systematic methodology of critical thinking to efficiently and effectively fulfill their academic, research, and professional responsibilities.

 

Third: Professional and Practical Skills   

 

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

C1

Conduct surveys and analytical studies on various behaviors within school and educational environments.

C2 

 Employ an integrative approach in working with students in the field of Educational Administration and Planning.

C3

Proactively enhance the administrative performance of their educational institution by leveraging their acquired research skills.

C4

Apply a variety of assessment techniques to diagnose educational problems in the field of educational administration and planning.

C5

Deal with modern information and communication technologies to enhance their professional skills.

 

Fourth: General and Transferable Skills   

 

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

D1

Adhere to ethical values aligned with their deep-rooted educational background and apply the professional standards of administrative significance acquired from their respective institutions.

D2 

Effectively and positively communicate with colleagues and employ strong human relations skills when collaborating with the institutional work team across various situations.

D3

Execute educational responsibilities in compliance with pertinent regulations, legislation, and professional ethics, showcasing personal accountability, professional conduct, and motivation in work and planning.

D4

Adhere to the methodology of the Holy Quran and the teachings and principles of the noble Islamic religion in their administrative, educational, professional and academic behavior.

 

Program Structure

  • For the award of a degree in a specific major, a minimum of 30 credit hours/ course units is required. In addition, 6 credit hours are allocated for the preparation of the PhD thesis.

The program structure comprises the following types of courses:

Requirements

No. of Courses

Credit Hours

Weight (%)

Remedial Courses

N/A

 

 

Compulsory Courses

N/A

 

 

Elective Courses

N/A

 

 

Thesis

 

 

 

Total

 

 

 

 

Study System and Mode

System of Study: Publishing Two Research Papers + Preparing PhD Thesis

Study Mode: Regular

Duration of the Program: Not less than “2 Years”

Total Credit Hours Required for Program Completion:

 

 

 

Admission Requirements for the Program

Determination of the program admission requirements will only specify the conditions that are not outlined in the unified regulations for graduate studies and their executive rules at Sana’a University.

Required Specializations:

The applicant must possess a Master’s degree in Education, majoring in Educational Administration from a recognized Yemeni, Arab, or international university.

Applicants possessing other educational majors closely related to this specialization may be considered for admission based on recommendations from the Department Council, Faculty Council, and Graduate Studies Council.

Language Proficiency

TOEFL/ IBT

Applicants must have a TOEFL score of 450 or meet the requirements specified in the Graduate Studies Regulations.

Computer Skills (ICDL)

 According to Graduate Studies Regulations

Other Requirements

Such as (entrance test/ personal interview)

Successfully pass the entrance exam and/or personal interview, if any.

 

Graduation Requirements

Graduation requirements should be specified accurately and clearly, and the following guidelines can be utilized:

Submit two published research papers in two refereed journals, with one being international. + PhD Thesis