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Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Research at University of Calgary

University of Calgary, Canada

Programme overview

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Research is a graduate programme of the University of Calgary, offered through the Werklund School of Education (Educational Research). The Doctor of Education in Educational Research is a thesis-based degree program designed for practicing professionals. Specializations: Adult Learning Curriculum and Learning Language and Literacy Leadership Learning Sciences Program Delivery Distance delivery program with some face-to-face/on-campus meeting times at the University of Calgary main campus.

Faculty: Werklund School of Education  |  Department: Educational Research  |  Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

Complete ALL of the following Courses: EDER711 - Advanced Research Methodologies I AND EDER712 - Advanced Research Methodologies II AND EDER707 - Collaboratory of Practice I AND EDER708 - Collaboratory of Practice II AND EDER709 - Dissertation Seminar I AND EDER710 - Dissertation Seminar II Plus 12 units in the student's specialization area at the 700-level. Note: EDER 709 and 710 are to be completed post-candidacy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The deadline for the submission of complete applications is available on the Future Students website: . In addition to the Faculty of Graduate Studies admission requirements, Graduate Programs in Education requires: a) A course or thesis-based master’s degree in an appropriate field. b) A minimum grade point average of 3.50 on a four-point scale in a master’s degree program. c) A written statement indicating the applicant’s reasons for wishing to pursue a graduate program. d) Candidates will be expected to have, or obtain, relevant practical experience in their area of specialization. e) For applicants required to present proficiency in English, a minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) score of 97, an IELTS (academic version) overall band score of 7.0 or a CAEL overall score of 70 (with no section less than 70).

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate academic term start dates are Fall (September 1), Winter (January 1), Spring (May 1) and Summer (July 1); intake terms vary by programme.

The graduate application fee is $125 for Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents and $145 for international students, per application; applications are made online and deadlines are set by each programme.

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