University of Chester

Doctor of Education EdD

University of ChesterExton Park, Chester

Course overview

The EdD is for professionals working in schools, universities, educational businesses, agencies or voluntary bodies who would like to research into any aspect of pedagogy, teaching or learning. Education, pedagogy, teaching and learning continue to be at the forefront of cultural debates, since they help us understand our identities and values as a society. Our EdD is designed to support graduate professionals working across the education sector to conduct original doctoral research in this continually changing field.

Key highlights

  • Designed for professionals working across schools, universities and education agencies
  • Original doctoral research into any aspect of pedagogy, teaching or learning
  • Open to those in educational businesses and voluntary bodies
  • Explores how education shapes societal identities and values

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (min 5.5 in each sub-skill) or approved SELT equivalent

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarship

  • International Alumni Scholarship

    Discount is for students advancing from Bachelor’s to Master’s level.

Careers this course leads to

  • Headteacher
  • Senior lecturer in education
  • Educational researcher
  • Education policy adviser
  • Director of teaching and learning
  • Education consultant

Cost of study

UK/Home: TBC per year (2026/27) — More on UK fees | International: £7,814 per year (2026/27) — More on International fees

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Chester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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