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University of Kent: Higher Education
Institution | University of Kent View institution profile |
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Department | Centre for the Study of Higher Education |
Web | www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
Research on Higher Education at Kent includes work on education policy, the philosophy, economics, management and politics of HE, disciplinary teaching and learning, learning technology, academic practice and sociological perspectives on academic work.
The Centre for the Study of Higher Education draws on expertise from across the University, so we can offer high-quality PhD supervision; we work very carefully to match you with a supervisory panel that suits your interests and ambitions. There are further details on the research activities and publications of individual members of staff on the Centre’s website.
In addition to regular meetings with supervisors, all research students take part in a tailored research training programme, which can include research methods modules offered by the Centre or by other schools, as appropriate. As well as attending the regular research seminars offered by the Centre, you are encouraged to participate in the seminars, workshops, newer researcher networks and masterclasses offered by the scholarly bodies in the discipline, including the Society for Research into Higher Education (SRHE) and the British Educational Research Association (BERA).
Study type | Research |
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Level | RQF Level 8 |
Entry requirements | A Honours degree or Master's degree in a subject relevant to the proposed research topic. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
Research on Higher Education at Kent includes work on education policy, the philosophy, economics, management and politics of HE, disciplinary teaching and learning, learning technology, academic practice and sociological perspectives on academic work.
The Centre for the Study of Higher Education draws on expertise from across the University, so we can offer high-quality PhD supervision; we work very carefully to match you with a supervisory panel that suits your interests and ambitions. There are further details on the research activities and publications of individual members of staff on the Centre’s website.
In addition to regular meetings with supervisors, all research students take part in a tailored research training programme, which can include research methods modules offered by the Centre or by other schools, as appropriate. As well as attending the regular research seminars offered by the Centre, you are encouraged to participate in the seminars, workshops, newer researcher networks and masterclasses offered by the scholarly bodies in the discipline, including the Society for Research into Higher Education (SRHE) and the British Educational Research Association (BERA).
Study type | Research |
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Level | RQF Level 8 |
Entry requirements | A Honours degree or Master's degree in a subject relevant to the proposed research topic. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
Research on Higher Education at Kent includes work on education policy, the philosophy, economics, management and politics of HE, disciplinary teaching and learning, learning technology, academic practice and sociological perspectives on academic work.
The Centre for the Study of Higher Education draws on expertise from across the University, so we can offer high-quality PhD supervision; we work very carefully to match you with a supervisory panel that suits your interests and ambitions. There are further details on the research activities and publications of individual members of staff on the Centre’s website.
In addition to regular meetings with supervisors, all research students take part in a tailored research training programme, which can include research methods modules offered by the Centre or by other schools, as appropriate. As well as attending the regular research seminars offered by the Centre, you are encouraged to participate in the seminars, workshops, newer researcher networks and masterclasses offered by the scholarly bodies in the discipline, including the Society for Research into Higher Education (SRHE) and the British Educational Research Association (BERA).
Study type | Research |
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Level | RQF Level 8 |
Entry requirements | A Honours degree or Master's degree in a subject relevant to the proposed research topic. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
Research on Higher Education at Kent includes work on education policy, the philosophy, economics, management and politics of HE, disciplinary teaching and learning, learning technology, academic practice and sociological perspectives on academic work.
The Centre for the Study of Higher Education draws on expertise from across the University, so we can offer high-quality PhD supervision; we work very carefully to match you with a supervisory panel that suits your interests and ambitions. There are further details on the research activities and publications of individual members of staff on the Centre’s website.
In addition to regular meetings with supervisors, all research students take part in a tailored research training programme, which can include research methods modules offered by the Centre or by other schools, as appropriate. As well as attending the regular research seminars offered by the Centre, you are encouraged to participate in the seminars, workshops, newer researcher networks and masterclasses offered by the scholarly bodies in the discipline, including the Society for Research into Higher Education (SRHE) and the British Educational Research Association (BERA).
Study type | Research |
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Level | RQF Level 8 |
Entry requirements | A Honours degree or Master's degree in a subject relevant to the proposed research topic. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
Research on Higher Education at Kent includes work on education policy, the philosophy, economics, management and politics of HE, disciplinary teaching and learning, learning technology, academic practice and sociological perspectives on academic work.
The Centre for the Study of Higher Education draws on expertise from across the University, so we can offer high-quality PhD supervision; we work very carefully to match you with a supervisory panel that suits your interests and ambitions. There are further details on the research activities and publications of individual members of staff on the Centre’s website.
In addition to regular meetings with supervisors, all research students take part in a tailored research training programme, which can include research methods modules offered by the Centre or by other schools, as appropriate. As well as attending the regular research seminars offered by the Centre, you are encouraged to participate in the seminars, workshops, newer researcher networks and masterclasses offered by the scholarly bodies in the discipline, including the Society for Research into Higher Education (SRHE) and the British Educational Research Association (BERA).
Study type | Research |
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Level | RQF Level 8 |
Entry requirements | A Honours degree or Master's degree in a subject relevant to the proposed research topic. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
Research on Higher Education at Kent includes work on education policy, the philosophy, economics, management and politics of HE, disciplinary teaching and learning, learning technology, academic practice and sociological perspectives on academic work.
The Centre for the Study of Higher Education draws on expertise from across the University, so we can offer high-quality PhD supervision; we work very carefully to match you with a supervisory panel that suits your interests and ambitions. There are further details on the research activities and publications of individual members of staff on the Centre’s website.
In addition to regular meetings with supervisors, all research students take part in a tailored research training programme, which can include research methods modules offered by the Centre or by other schools, as appropriate. As well as attending the regular research seminars offered by the Centre, you are encouraged to participate in the seminars, workshops, newer researcher networks and masterclasses offered by the scholarly bodies in the discipline, including the Society for Research into Higher Education (SRHE) and the British Educational Research Association (BERA).
Study type | Research |
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Level | RQF Level 8 |
Entry requirements | A Honours degree or Master's degree in a subject relevant to the proposed research topic. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
MA
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
Summary
This programme offers theoretical and practical support for those embarking on a career in Higher Education (HE). It considers different approaches to teaching and learning, grounded in educational research, and related aspects such as curriculum design and delivery and the principles and purposes of assessment. It enables you to bring these considerations to bear on your own work and experience as a teacher, researcher or practitioner.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the HE context, recognising the diversity of provision – universities, Further Education institutions, specialist institutions, professional providers – and practices, for example, in different disciplinary fields.
Study type | Taught |
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Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | A PGCHE or equivalent professional qualification or negotiated portfolio plus a minimum of two years’ recent experience as an HE professional. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |

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