Doctorate in Education EdD
University of Reading
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EdD - Doctor of Education

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London Road Campus

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SEP-26

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4 Years

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EdD - Doctor of Education

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SEP-26

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The Doctorate in Education (EdD) is a part-time professional doctoral programme designed to offer high quality researcher and career development for education professionals from a broad range of sectors, from compulsory education to further and higher education to learning and development in the public and corporate sectors, as well as consultancy and other fields related to education.As a professional and practice-based doctorate, the EdD offers a post-experience qualification that is ...Read more

The Doctorate in Education (EdD) is a part-time professional doctoral programme designed to offer high quality researcher and career development for education professionals from a broad range of sectors, from compulsory education to further and higher education to learning and development in the public and corporate sectors, as well as consultancy and other fields related to education.As a professional and practice-based doctorate, the EdD offers a post-experience qualification that is particularly appealing to mid-career professionals seeking challenging learning through innovative research that is professionally relevant, while working towards a doctoral degree.

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So far I am loving all my time at Uni and I wish we had more time there ! The lecturers are all really helpful and have made studying the PGCE such a lovely experience - even..Read more

Entry requirements

To be accepted on our EdD programme, you will need a master's degree (or equivalent), in a subject related to your proposed doctoral research topic, as well as having at least three years professional experience. Candidates without a master's qualification, but with a relevant qualification and/or significant professional experience may be considered at the discretion of the Admissions Tutor.

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£3,917 per year

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£10,850 per year

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£11,100 per year

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University of Reading
Sidmouth Street London Road Reading RG1 5AG United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Reading  0.4 miles away

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