Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD) at Swansea University

Programme overview

A part-time doctorate for teachers and senior school leaders who want to progress professionally in the education sector, combining a research approach with taught modules. It is based on the Singleton Park Campus.

Department: School of Social Sciences | Duration: 6 years part-time | Intake: October 2026 (October 2027 also listed) | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

A taught phase of five modules over three years exploring educational matters through interdisciplinary and experiential teaching, followed by a research phase producing a doctoral thesis defended in a viva voce examination.

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Entry requirements

Candidates should hold: an undergraduate degree with a minimum of upper second class (2:1) or equivalent; a master's degree in a related discipline or an equivalent professional qualification such as a PGCE; and significant organisational experience, usually at least 3 years in a senior role. Applications must include a CV and a proposal identifying a professional issue or problem for future research. Applicants are interviewed by the programme leadership team. English language: IELTS 7.0 overall with no individual component below 6.5, or a Swansea University recognised equivalent. Admissions decisions may also depend on the standard of the research synopsis or proposal, performance at interview, intensity of competition for limited places and relevant professional experience.

Domestic applicants: GBP 2,500 a year (2025/26). UK student part-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point) over 6 years. Source

International applicants: GBP 9,700 a year (2026/27). Year 1 tuition, part-time; later years increase by 3% Source

Intake: October 2026 (October 2027 also listed)

Duration: 6 years part-time

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