EdD Professional Doctorate in Education at University of East London

The Professional Doctorate at the University of East London is a five-year part-time modular course specifically aimed at senior professionals working in all fields of education. The course gives you the opportunity and the skills to conduct robust, innovative research that will improve the policy, practice, and the quality of education. Your doctorate will enhance your professional capability through critical analysis and the use of research evidence.

Faculty: School of Childhood and Social Care  |  Department: Department of Education  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This prof doc programme is for experienced educators and leaders who want to advance their knowledge and research skills to influence educational policy and practice. Through modules like Critically Engaging with the Literature and Researcher Positionality, you'll refine your academic writing and learn to evaluate existing research. Modules include Critically engaging with the literature (60 credits), Researcher positionality in educational research (30 credits), Research methodology – perspectives on research (30 credits), Integrating theory, research and ethical practice (30 credits).

Career pathways

This doctorate course at the University of East London is designed for professionals who are working within a range of contexts. Research is a rapidly developing phenomenon, both nationally and internationally.

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