Doctor of Education

    Doctor of Education

    Duration6 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 14,900 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2024

    Doctor of Education

    About

    Aimed at highly capable and motivated education professionals, our part-time online doctoral programme will put you at the forefront of your area of practice and transform your career development prospects.

    • Achieve your doctorate on an online programme which is ideal for individuals working across a wide variety of education, training, public service, industrial and community settings 
    • Focus on a major independent study which will help you develop professionally and personally in your working role 
    • Gain high-calibre research skills to generate new insights for the benefit of your own organisation and the education community at large 
    • Take a structured approach to studying at doctoral level, supported at every stage by an academic team who have won national recognition for their high standards 
    • Fit your studies around your personal commitments: we offer a flexible route to the EdD, with a minimum registration period of four years, to a maximum of eight.   
    • We offer the EdD online meaning you can study from anyway in the world, at a pace that suits you 
    • You will study alongside other students from across the world

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • Students must have completed a subject relevant Bachelors degree with an overall score of 'Good' or above (2.25 GPA) from a recognised university in Jordan
    • For postgraduate research degrees, PhD applicants are expected to have a masters as well as a bachelors degree in the relevant subject areas. Most importantly applicants must submit a research proposal.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 60
    • IELTSMin 6.5

    Career

    Our students choose this programme as a crucial part of their personal and professional development. You will gain impressive skills in research, analysis, critical and strategic thinking which will enhance your performance in your current role while paving the way to further career opportunities. The doctorate is often a stepping stone to more senior leadership roles.

    You will also have the satisfaction of contributing to the body of professional knowledge in your specialist area, raising your profile and status.

    'An excellent opportunity to not only research, but to research in your field of practice.'
    Kuldeep Banwait, current student

    Fee Information

    How to Apply

    Before you begin your application make sure you have:

    • Your qualification details including grades and dates taken. You will have the opportunity to upload scanned copies of your qualification certificates/transcripts in the application. If you have no formal qualifications, you can also state this in your application
    • A scanned copy of your passport or other official photographic ID e.g. photo driving licence. This will help us verify your application to study with us. If you do not have any photo ID, we will accept a scanned copy of your birth certificate. International applicants can only provide a copy of their passport for visa assessment purposes
    • Your work experience (optional). You can upload a CV into your application or provide the company names and addresses of up to three of your employers
    • A personal statement showing your interest for the course/subject. This is a mandatory requirement and you will be able to upload it into your application. You may want to include your reasons for applying for the course, your experience in the field, how you feel you would benefit from studying and relevant information about your previous studies. You could also tell us about your non-academic experiences such as hobbies, interests, participation in any clubs, societies or voluntary work
    • A relevant reference for the course you have applied for. The reference should be in written format and supplied on company-headed paper, signed and dated from either a manager, supervisor, tutor or teacher
    • If you need to supply two references, this usually means you need to provide one academic reference from any recent study and one employer reference
    • If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

    For more information please see our online application guide.

    International applications

    • Please ensure you supply the above documents and information when you apply. In addition, you will be required to submit evidence of your English language ability
    • If you are applying as an international applicant and are using an agent you will need to provide the agent number in the application. Your agent will have a 9 digit ID number from the University of Derby International Office. Please contact your agent to obtain this number

    Doctor of Education

    University of Derby

    University of Derby

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Derby