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PostgraduateCourse summary
This Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD) offers research-based professional development to experienced professionals whose practice is concerned with education. Applications from professionals within all fields of education are welcomed, including professionals based in early years, schools or higher education settings, and professional educators working in health, social care or other occupations in the private and public sectors. The academic rigour of the EdD is comparable with that of a PhD, while being characterised by its focus on professional practice. Designed to meet the needs of full-time professionals, the EdD will enable you to extend your understanding of theory, practice and policy in the context of your profession. You will become an independent and reflective researcher, develop advanced research skills and gain a critical understanding of research methodologies, as you undertake research that leads to an original contribution to knowledge within your area of professional practice.
Modules
Please visit our website for information on available modules.
Assessment method
The course incorporates three viva examinations where your written submissions will be assessed by a team of experts. The first assessment stage is project registration. This will take place approximately seven months after starting the course and will be assessed through the production of a research proposal, a project management plan and a skills development portfolio. You will also undertake a viva voce examination (project registration viva). At approximately 24 months into your studies, your progress will be assessed through a progression review and a progression viva voce examination. You will be required to produce some draft chapters which will form part of your final thesis and a written progress report of up to 6,000 words. At the third viva examination, which represents the culmination of the Professional Doctorate, your final thesis will be presented.
How to apply
International applicants
International students should visit our website for further information: www.edgehill.ac.uk/international
Entry requirements
You should have a degree equivalent to UK first-class or upper second-class honours (2:1 or above) and a master’s degree (for example MA, MSc or MRes, or equivalent) in a relevant education or social science subject. You must also have at least two years of professional experience that is relevant to the focus of your proposed research. In exceptional circumstances, applicants without a master’s qualification, or those with a master’s qualification in an alternative subject, may also be considered, subject to having substantial relevant professional experience and demonstrating an understanding of research methodology and its application.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Edge Hill University
St Helens Road
Ormskirk
L39 4QP