Professional Doctorate in Education

Entry requirements

• a first or upper second class honours degree or
• Master’s degree from a relevant subject area (Computer Science, Linguistics) or
• relevant professional experience

Months of entry

September

Course content

Combining traditional PhD-style research elements with support for researchers in professional practice, this course embodies dual philosophies which appeal to both academic student researchers and experienced educational practitioners.

It has been designed to develop the individual’s capacity to work and progress in a professional context, supporting the growth of a research culture in the workplace.

Opportunities for strategic thinking are maximised, your path through the curriculum being flexible and responsive, guided by the University of Wolverhampton’s diverse, professionally experienced teaching team whose expertise is employed throughout the course

Areas such as secondary school improvement, educational leadership, early years education and policy & practice in further & higher education are covered with first-hand understanding.

Information for international students

Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English at least to the level of an IELTS score (or equivalent) of 7.0, with no individual element less than 6.0. The only exemption to this is for students who are not required to do so as per UKVI regulations.