Doctorate of Education (EdD) at Liverpool Hope University

Programme overview

The Doctor of Education (Ed.D) is designed for experienced professionals who wish to transform educational practice through doctoral-level research. It is intended for those working across education, training, leadership, policy, community learning and related professional contexts who want to generate original knowledge that can influence practice, policy and professional understanding. The programme recognises that many educational professionals possess substantial expertise developed through years of practice.

Faculty: School of Education and Social Sciences | Duration: 5 - 8 Years (Part-time) | Study mode: part-time | Intake: September 2026 and January 2027 | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Critical and Contemporary Issues, Introduction to Research in Practice, Literature Review in Your Specialism, Research Methods, Methodology and Methods in Your Specialism, Research Proposal.

Career pathways

The Doctor of Education is intended for experienced professionals seeking to enhance their influence within education and related sectors. Graduates develop advanced capabilities in research, critical analysis, leadership and evidence-informed decision-making.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should normally hold a minimum of a Second-Class Honours degree in a relevant discipline awarded by a UK university, or an equivalent higher education qualification. Applicants should also normally demonstrate a minimum of three years of sustained professional experience relevant to the proposed field of doctoral study. Professional doctorates are intended for experienced practitioners who can draw upon their professional knowledge and expertise to inform doctoral-level inquiry. Applicants whose first language is not English will normally be required to achieve IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0, or an equivalent recognised qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 2,750 a year (2026/27). Professional Doctorate (PRDP) home fee per year Source

International applicants: GBP 7,500 a year (2026/27). Professional Doctorate (PRDP) EU/international fee per year Source

Intake: September 2026 and January 2027

Duration: 5 - 8 Years (Part-time)

Apply through the official page: https://www.hope.ac.uk/postgraduateresearch/howtoapply/applyonline/

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