University of Portsmouth

Professional Doctorate in Education EdD

University of PortsmouthPortsmouth, United Kingdom

Course overview

The EdD is a doctoral level qualification designed for professionals working within the education sector, providing a structured programme of advanced scholarship and research which is of equivalent level to the traditional PhD, but orientated towards professional practice.

Key highlights

  • Doctoral qualification equivalent in level to a traditional PhD
  • Designed for professionals working within the education sector
  • Structured programme of advanced scholarship and research
  • Research orientated towards professional practice in education

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:1 — to include relevant subject
  • Additional condition: interview — All applicants will be invited to attend an interview.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarship

  • GREAT Scholarships

    The scholarship programme offers financial support of a minimum of £10,000 to students pursuing one-year postgraduate study in the UK.

    Up to £10,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Headteacher
  • Senior education leader
  • Education policy adviser
  • University lecturer in education
  • Educational researcher
  • Education consultant

Cost of study

UK/Home: £3,700 per year | International: £8,950 per year

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 Portsmouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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