Teacher Education PhD
University of Gloucestershire
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Francis Close Hall Campus (Cheltenham)

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Francis Close Hall Campus (Cheltenham)

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FEB-26

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Francis Close Hall Campus (Cheltenham)

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Francis Close Hall Campus (Cheltenham)

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FEB-26

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6 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Francis Close Hall Campus (Cheltenham)

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OCT-25

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6 years

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Francis Close Hall Campus (Cheltenham)

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6 years

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What is Teacher Education?Our research strengths lie in curriculum studies, early years, leadership and diversity in education, learning for sustainability and professional development. We also have expertise in education policy, extremism and education and values in education.Our School of Education and Applied Sciences provides a stimulating and supportive environment with a blend of extensive professional expertise in different learning contexts – spanning early years to higher ...Read more

What is Teacher Education?

Our research strengths lie in curriculum studies, early years, leadership and diversity in education, learning for sustainability and professional development. We also have expertise in education policy, extremism and education and values in education.

Our School of Education and Applied Sciences provides a stimulating and supportive environment with a blend of extensive professional expertise in different learning contexts – spanning early years to higher education.

You’ll join a strong education research community of over 30 academic staff with different supervisory specialisms. Progress your knowledge and skills with engaged researchers who are pushing forward new knowledge and professional practice. Explore strengths in curriculum studies, early years, leadership and diversity in education, and professional development.

Research environment

Our research environment has strong national and international links. This active background means that research students, whether studying full-time or part-time, join a group of engaged researchers involved in pushing forward both new knowledge and professional practice.

All students are required to take and complete a Postgraduate Certificate in Research Methods to support the development of their project and their education as researchers.

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WUSCA ranking:
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92/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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48th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
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88th
What students say
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Sydney
12 Dec 23

There is a lot of different support methods within the university that are really beneficial, it is evident that they really want to help you. Everyone is really friendly on..Read more

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Amelia
04 Dec 23

The environment is friendly and welcoming. The university is located central to the city and the public transport is good. Cheltenham has a lot to offer as a location and many..Read more

Entry requirements

A master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic. We actively encourage applications from students from a range of diverse backgrounds who demonstrate appropriate research experience and achievement.

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£5,100 per year

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£12,775 per year

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£12,775 per year

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Sydney
12 Dec 23
Education, Inclusion and Special Educational Needs BA (Hons)
There is a lot of different support methods within the university that are really beneficial, it is evident that they really want to help you. Everyone is really friendly on...
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Amelia
04 Dec 23
Education, Inclusion and Special Educational Needs BA (Hons)
The environment is friendly and welcoming. The university is located central to the city and the public transport is good. Cheltenham has a lot to offer as a location and many...
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University of Gloucestershire
University of Gloucestershire , Cheltenham

University of Gloucestershire (UoG) is a diverse, vibrant university with campuses across Cheltenham and Gloucester, in the southwest...

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University of Gloucestershire
Swindon Road Cheltenham CHELTENHAM GLOUCESTERSHIRE GL50 4AZ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Cheltenham Spa  0.6 miles away

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