Doctorate of Education (EdD) at University of Gloucestershire

Programme overview

The Doctor of Education (EdD) differs from a PhD in that it’s primarily focused on professional rather than theoretical issues and is aimed at those who’ve already been employed in the education sector for a number of years, as lecturers, teachers, consultants, advisers or inspectors.

Faculty: School of Education, Health & Science | Department: Education and Learning | Duration: 4 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: October 2026; February 2027; October 2027; February 2028; October 2028 | Location: Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules. Level 8: Philosophy of Education, Education Policy, Pedagogy, Research in Education.

Career pathways

Our postgraduate research students cultivate a diverse set of skills that are highly valued in the UK and internationally, preparing them for successful careers within academia and beyond.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Doctorate standard A master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic Doctor of Education experience requirements Professional experience of an educational role or setting Academic Writing We do not require a research proposal at this stage. Please submit a sample of your academic writing. This could be a Masters assignment, an article or similar, but it must be written by you as the sole author. IELTS 6.5 (6.0 writing, 5.5 all other components) EU and international students need IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other component) or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,225 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

International applicants: GBP 9,000 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

Intake: October 2026; February 2027; October 2027; February 2028; October 2028

Duration: 4 years full-time

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