In Education – Doctorate

The Doctorate in Education (EdD) is an advanced programme of study and research at doctoral level. We designed it for professionals in education, training and allied fields who wish to enquire into and develop their professional practice through advanced-level study and research.

The course allows you to• deepen your knowledge base in research and scholarship on professional policy and practice in education
• address in depth issues derived from your own experience and practice
• develop and apply your expertise in methods of research
• produce work which makes an original contribution to knowledge and understanding in the area of professional practice

EdD award
You complete a 50-60,000 word thesis and the following four modules• framing your research
• research methodologies in professional education
• researching pedagogical practice or researching the professional world (you choose one of these depending on the focus of your thesis)
• research designs in the educational field

This degree is hosted by the Faculty of Development and Society’s Graduate School. The Graduate School’s website is a communication hub for students and staff engaged in research, information about our research work and useful contact information.

MProf award
This is a separate award that can be taken by completing the four modules from the EdD programme along with an additional summative review module, 15,000 word dissertation and oral examination.