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Kingston University: Doctor of Education
| Institution | Kingston University View institution profile |
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| Department | Education |
| Web | www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| education-admissions@kingston.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 020 8547 8145 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Reasons to choose Kingston - We offer a supportive and flexible learning environment to help busy professionals balance work with study.
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We provide research facilities, research training opportunities, and research-active experienced supervisors from the wider Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care and Education.
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We have strong relationships with a number of multi-agency partners, providing students with extensive networking opportunities.
About this course
The EdD is a professional doctorate for education professionals in all fields and settings. If you are working as a teacher or manager in early years, school, college, university, health and social care, library, prison or a museum or heritage service, this course will enhance your career. It will help you extend your professional understanding and develop advanced skills for research, reflection and evaluation.
The course combines contextual modules, critical self-reflection and independent research. Modules address issues of education professionalism, interprofessionalism, policy and practice, the philosophy and practice of educational research, the design of a research proposal and a substantial professional-relevant research project.
Example modules - Education Professionals as Knowledgeable Doers
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Policy Transfer and Analysis
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Knowledge and Practice in Educational Settings
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
Career opportunities
This professional doctorate will enhance your employability skills to advance your existing career or develop a new one.
EdD
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
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| Entry requirements | The normal entry requirements are a Master's degree in Education (180 M level credits), or a discipline allied to Education. Candidates with a Master's qualification but limited experience of research methods relevant to education might need to complete an appropriate bridging programme, such as the Postgraduate Certificate in Research Methods in Education. Those who require an appropriate master's qualification will be directed to the Master of Research (Education) programme offered by Kingston University. Please note: Most students from countries outside the European Union/European Economic Area and classified as overseas fee paying, are not eligible to apply for part-time courses due to UK student visa regulations. For information on exceptions please visit the UKCISA website or email our CAS and Visa Compliance team. |
| Location | Kingston Hill Kingston Hill Kingston upon Thames KT2 7LB |
Fees
| England | 2393 GBP for Year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | 2393 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2393 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2393 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 8650 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 8650 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | The normal entry requirements are a Master's degree in Education (180 M level credits), or a discipline allied to Education. Candidates with a Master's qualification but limited experience of research methods relevant to education might need to complete an appropriate bridging programme, such as the Postgraduate Certificate in Research Methods in Education. Those who require an appropriate master's qualification will be directed to the Master of Research (Education) programme offered by Kingston University. Please note: Most students from countries outside the European Union/European Economic Area and classified as overseas fee paying, are not eligible to apply for part-time courses due to UK student visa regulations. For information on exceptions please visit the UKCISA website or email our CAS and Visa Compliance team. |
| Location | Kingston Hill Kingston Hill Kingston upon Thames KT2 7LB |
Fees
| England | 2393 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 2393 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2393 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2393 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 8300 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 8300 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | The normal entry requirements are a Master's degree in Education (180 M level credits), or a discipline allied to Education. Candidates with a Master's qualification but limited experience of research methods relevant to education might need to complete an appropriate bridging programme, such as the Postgraduate Certificate in Research Methods in Education. Those who require an appropriate master's qualification will be directed to the Master of Research (Education) programme offered by Kingston University. Please note: Most students from countries outside the European Union/European Economic Area and classified as overseas fee paying, are not eligible to apply for part-time courses due to UK student visa regulations. For information on exceptions please visit the UKCISA website or email our CAS and Visa Compliance team. |
| Location | Kingston Hill Kingston Hill Kingston upon Thames KT2 7LB |
Fees
| England | 3600 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 3600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 3600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 3600 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 8100 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 8100 GBP for Year 1 |
Overview
Our new Town House Strategy will transform our students’ education. It will create a culture of high performance
that is inclusive, innovative, ambitious and enterprising.
Many of our courses are accredited by professional bodies and give you the opportunity to engage with industry experts. You will be taught by lecturers working as professionals in their field of expertise, including many who conduct world-leading research and have received prestigious awards. Many of our postgraduate courses offer a work placement, allowing you to gain essential experience relevant to your studies.
Above all, alongside our teaching and research credentials, we are known …
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