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Program Details
Degree
PhD
Major
Career and Technical Education | Curriculum Design | Curriculum Development (Theory) | Curriculum Studies | Early Childhood Education | Education Science | Education Technology | Educational Administration | Educational Evaluation and Research | Educational Leadership | Educational Management | Educational Psychology | Elementary Education | Gifted Education | Higher Education Administration | Instructional Design | Instructional Support | Instructional Technology | Language Arts | Secondary Education | Special Education | Specialty Training | Student Affairs | Subject Specialization | Teacher Training | Training and Development | Training For Preschool Teachers | Vocational Training
Area of study
Education
Timing
Part time
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
Professional Doctorate in Education
Overview
The Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD) is a six-year part-time program designed for professionals working in education, training, and professional development. The program focuses on cutting-edge research methodologies to extend knowledge and understanding of education practice.
Course Structure
The EdD is organized in two parts:
- The first part, the Taught Stage, takes two years to complete.
- The second part, the Research Stage, takes three to four years.
Course Modules
The Taught Stage includes studying the following modules:
- Introduction to Education Research at Doctoral Level
- Methodologies
- Theory and Analysis
- The Research Proposal
- Research Stage and Thesis
Assessment
Assessment consists of end-of-module assignments (years one and two) of 6,000 words each, an ethics application, and a thesis of 60,000 words.
Teaching
The teaching on the EdD is highly interactive, seminar and workshop-based, and offers a high level of support by the supervisors and the program teaching team.
Opportunities
- Open lectures and seminars
- Develop a wealth of indispensable digital skills
- Research environment
Research Environment
- Newton Park library
- Commons building
- Virtual Learning Environment
- ASk (Academic Skills)
Staff and Supervisors
- Key contacts: Dr. Agnieszka Bates, Head of Taught Provision, and course administrator
- Find a research supervisor
Fees
- UK students part-time: £2503.00 (2025/26 entry)
Entry Requirements
- Successful applicants are normally expected to have a Master's degree
- An offer of a place is subject to submission of a coherent, well-written research proposal of 2,000 words and a successful interview
How to Apply
- Applications for October 2025 opened on 16 September 2024 and have a deadline of 31 May 2025
- The full list of documents to supply with your application can be found on the Research degree applications page
Contact Us
- Admissions service: +44 (0) 1225 876 112,
- Academic representatives: Dr. Fern Jest: , Dr. Kendra McMahon:
Key Facts
- Award: Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD)
- School/s: School of Education
- Campus or location: Newton Park
- Course length: Up to six years.
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