Education (PhD)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
A PhD is the highest academic award for which a student can be registered. A PhD thesis makes an original contribution to knowledge. You will identify a research project and your thesis will be a substantial and unique piece of work.
Your programme of work will include participating in conferences and seminars. You will attend relevant aspects of postgraduate courses and may engage in guided reading or a combination of study methods. You will be supervised by a team of up to 3 members including a main supervisor who will advise and support you throughout your project.
At the end of a 3-year full-time or six year part-time period of research and writing, you will submit a thesis which will be up to 80,000 words long. You will have developed a range of personal and professional transferrable skills which will be invaluable in your future career. Completing a PhD can give you a great sense of personal achievement and help you develop a high level of transferable skills which will be useful in your subsequent career, as well as contributing to the development of knowledge in your chosen field.
Key highlights
- Original research project contributing new knowledge to the field
- Supervision from a team of up to three academics
- Thesis of up to 80,000 words
- Participation in conferences and seminars as part of the programme
- Access to relevant postgraduate courses and guided reading
- Develops high-level personal and professional transferable skills
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — or above
- Degree: 1st — …in a discipline appropriate to the proposed programme to be followed, or first class honours degree appropriate research or professional experience at postgraduate level, which has resulted in published work, written rep…
Scholarships
The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship Scheme provides a fee waiver of at least 50% on full-time or part-time research degrees, some schools may offer 100%.
Careers this course leads to
- University lecturer in education
- Educational researcher
- Education policy adviser
- Senior leader in schools or colleges
- Teacher educator
- Educational consultant
Cost of study
UK/Home: £5,050 | International: £18,700
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 Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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