Overview

About the programme

Research in Mathematics and Science Education establishes a scientific foundation for developing and enhancing instruction in these subjects by investigating the processes of learning and teaching in these subjects, how the specific subject content is communicated in various contexts, as well as how individuals and groups across different educational levels develop and utilize knowledge.

A particular focus at Luleå University of Technology is put on students' motivation, skills, and attitudes toward the subject area, as well as the development of teaching methods in modern learning environments.

Programme Structure

Research is conducted in several areas, including:

Pupils' and student teachers' knowledge development in and motivation for mathematics.
Problems regarding the transition from upper secondary school to university.
Learning and learning materials in digital environments.
Learning for sustainable development.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Luleå, Sweden

Disciplines

Mathematics STEM Education View 4 other PhDs in STEM Education in Sweden

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

An applicant meets the general entry requirements for doctoral (third-cycle) studies if he or she has been awarded a Master’s (second-cycle) qualification, has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 second-cycle credits, or has acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in another way, in Sweden or elsewhere.
In addition to the requirement for basic qualifications, a minimum of 90 credits in mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, or engineering is required, of which a maximum of 30 credits can consist of courses in the didactics of the subjects.

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Tuition Fees

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EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

If you are a citizen of a country within the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you are not required to pay application or tuition fees to study in Sweden.

Living costs

Luleå

Sweden

6830 - 11280 SEK / month

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Scholarships Information

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