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EdD Professional Doctorate in Education

Swansea University

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  • Qualification

    EdD - Doctor of Education

  • Location

    Singleton Park Campus 1

  • Study mode

    Part time

  • Start date

    OCT

  • Duration

    6 Years

Course summary

The Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD) at Swansea University is a part time programme designed for teachers or senior leaders in schools who want to progress professionally in the education sector more broadly. The programme combines a research approach with a curriculum consisting of taught modules.The EdD is designed to further explore educational matters through interdisciplinary and experiential teaching and learning, supported by the latest research insights. Throughout your academic experience, you will receive pastoral support from personal tutors and the programme director via online and in person meetings.As a student on our Professional Doctorate, you'll cultivate a sophisticated comprehension of diverse educational challenges, exploring the abilities and expertise necessary for conducting and assessing independent research.The structure of the EdD comprises of a taught phase which includes five modules taken over 3 years, and a research phase, during which time you will produce a doctoral thesis. During the research phase you will undertake your own research, to be presented and defended during a viva voce examination, as with other doctoral programmes. Due to the nature of the programme, the level of commitment to research and dedication to study and research time is essential and should be considered alongside other lifestyle commitments.

Application deadline

15/08/2025

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 9,250per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Swansea University

Swansea University

Swansea University

  • University League Table

    40th

  • Campus address

    Singleton Park Campus, Singleton Park, Swansea, Swansea, SA2 8PP, United Kingdom

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Swansea offers an outstanding study experience across two beachside campuses, with a community of 4,800+ undergraduates and postgraduates from 100+ countries.
Swansea's dedicated international recruitment, admissions and student support teams will help to guide you from application to arrival and beyond.
Ranked 40th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026), Swansea University offers an exceptional education combined with an unforgettable student experience.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Education

    31st out of 91

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    139 61%

    22nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    77th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.10 78%

    69th

    2

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