EdD Professional Doctorate in Education at Anglia Ruskin University

Programme overview

This is the ideal programme if you want to research a policy or practice issue that’s relevant to your area of work and use your findings to influence the way things are done. We’ve designed this programme for professionals across the education spectrum, from early years and school education to the further, higher and adult sectors. You can pursue your topic in many different fields supported by educational experts and a comprehensive programme that includes in-depth research training.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Humanities, Education and Social Sciences | Duration: 6 years part-time | Study mode: part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

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Application information

Entry requirements

Main For entry into the Doctorate in Education (EdD) course applicants are normally expected to hold a Masters degree and be working in or able to access a professional practice setting in which to carry out their research. Exceptions are considered on an individual basis, where applicants can demonstrate evidence of postgraduate study or publications suitable to prepare them for doctoral level study. If English is not your first language, you’ll also need a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent . You'll need a computer and reliable internet access to successfully engage with your course. Before starting the course, we recommend that you check our technical requirements for online learning .

Domestic applicants: GBP 2,619 a year (2026/27). Tuition fee: UK students, 2026/27 (part-time, per year) Source

International applicants: GBP 8,750 a year (2026/27). Tuition fee: International students, 2026/27 (part-time, per year) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/apply-online?course=&route=r0150

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