Taught course

Doctorate in Education

Institution
University of Central Lancashire · School of Psychology and Humanities
Qualifications
EdD

Entry requirements

For entry requirements, please visit the Doctorate in Education page

Months of entry

September

Course content

This course has been specially designed for professionals working in educational settings, enabling you to gain a doctorate level qualification.

Read lessabout the Education course

Learning on this course is situated firmly with you, as a practitioner, researching and developing your own knowledge and generating impact within your organisation and for your learners.

The first year modules focus on research as a professional practitioner, examining policy and preparing to design your own research project. The second year modules will help you to develop an in-depth understanding of academic writing and theoretical perspectives in research in education. You’ll also begin your own research project.

We’ll enable you to make a contribution to both theory and practice in relation to your professional role in education. And you’ll advance your practice through making an original contribution to professional knowledge.

Why study with us

  • You’ll be allocated a supervisory team and have access to module tutors and the course leader, who have expertise in doctoral level study.
  • You’ll be part of a thriving and supportive community of academics who are active researchers. Everyone on this course is a highly experienced, skilled and knowledgeable professional.

Future careers

Previous graduates have gone on to advance their careers, gaining promotion at work and/or taking on new roles as academics.

Fees and funding

For fees and funding, please visit the Doctorate in Education page

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • EdD
    part time
    36-60 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Course Enquiries
Email
cenquiries@uclan.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0)1772 892400