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Newcastle University: Doctor of Education
| Institution | Newcastle University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences |
| Web | Visit Newcastle University website |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The course supports you in doctoral research related to your professional interests. We encourage critical reflection on experiences and expertise. You'll take an evidence-based approach to practice, innovation and change.
The Doctor of Education (EdD) is a professional doctorate. It brings together theory, research and practice. This is through the close alignment of research with professional knowledge.
Professional doctorates are valuable in supporting and developing, evidence-based practice. This is to the benefit of the student and the wider education world.
You'll receive a structured introduction to education and a flexible approach to learning. You can tailor your study to your own interests and emerging needs in the taught stage. You'll develop research skills and approaches needed to succeed at the research stage.
It is appropriate for professionals who wish to undertake part-time doctoral study while working full time. It is also suitable for full-time students who are teachers or leaders and would like to develop research linked to their practices.
We attract a diversity of both international and home students. They come from a range of educational contexts, including: school further education higher education You'll learn from each other's experiences. This will help to develop your own understanding within the wider education context.
The course draws on the expertise developed in the Research Centre for Learning and Teaching (CfLaT).
It has a base in the School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences (ECLS).
Course tutors are active researchers. They all teach and supervise across a range of courses. This provides them with a wide knowledge base. It relates to the challenges of research in educational contexts.
Our links with research centres and institutes provide opportunities for collaboration and cross-disciplinary seminars. Our most important connections are with: Newcastle Institute for Social Science Centre for Learning and Teaching, CfLaT You'll develop connections with some of the diverse faculty research institutes.
EdD
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject such as education or social sciences. A merit master's degree is preferred, but not essential, although we would expect some study at master's level. We will also consider your application on an individual basis with a 2:2 if you have other qualifications, such as a PGCE or Cert Ed, and educational work/research experience. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject such as education or social sciences. A merit master's degree is preferred, but not essential, although we would expect some study at master's level. We will also consider your application on an individual basis with a 2:2 if you have other qualifications, such as a PGCE or Cert Ed, and educational work/research experience. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
Newcastle University
Newcastle University is a World Top 140 university (QS World University Rankings 2026) and founding member of the prestigious Russell Group of world-class, research-intensive UK universities.
Committed to excellence, innovation and creativity, it is pioneering solutions that can change the world. Through world-class research it tackles some of the biggest challenges facing society globally, leading in its key strengths of ageing and health, data, cities and place, culture and creative arts, and one planet. The UK’s Research Excellence Framework 2021 assessed its research as world-leading with outstanding impact.
Through high quality teaching it educates …
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