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Education and Schools PhD/PhD by Published works at University of Northampton

University of Northampton, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This research programme allows you to specialise in education and schools, developing your expertise alongside your research skills. Graduate prepared for research and development roles in aligned fields, or to progress into academia.

Faculty: Faculty of Education, Arts, Science and Technology  |  Department: Education and Teacher Training  |  Duration: PhD: Full time 2 years - 4 years, Part time 3 years - 6 years; PhD by Published Works: 1 - 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: October, March  |  Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The Education and Schools PhD programme is a way for you to develop your specialism and gain valuable research skills and competencies. Postgraduate students working in Education are encouraged to integrate into our Centre for Education and Research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A recognized Masters degree in a relevant subject area, or similar qualification which is regarded by the University of Northampton as being equivalent and relevant. Or substantial appropriate research or professional experience at postgraduate level which resulted in published work, written reports, or other appropriate evidence of accomplishment. An application made by someone with this experience will be considered on its own merits and will normally require independent academic references. If your proposal is feasible for our supervision at the University of Northampton, we are likely to invite you to attend an admissions interview. English language: IELTS (Academic): 7.0 overall, including at least 6.5 in each component including writing. We will also consider equivalent English language qualifications. We are unable to consider applications with IELTS lower than 5.5 in all components from a test taken within the last two years

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,850 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 16,850 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Intake: October, March

Duration: PhD: Full time 2 years - 4 years, Part time 3 years - 6 years; PhD by Published Works: 1 - 2 years

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