Postgraduate
Doctor of Education
The Doctor of Education (EdD) is focused on the application of advanced knowledge to questions of professional practice.
3
Years Full Time
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Take your studies to a new level with a postgraduate degree and discover what career opportunities lie ahead.
Career Pathways
Graduates may move into a range of careers as the EdD is a demonstration of a graduate's ability to conceptualise and implement an independent program of research, manage a project, organise resources, work with other people and communicate effectively in writing at a high level. These careers could include leadership, management and tertiary education.
This course could lead to these
Career Opportunities
School Principal
University Lecturer
Academic
Education Manager
Fees and scholarships
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Scholarships
Postgraduate scholarships support UWA's position as one of Australia's leading research-intensive universities and the premier research institution in WA.
Research Training Program
Australian and New Zealand citizens and permanent residents are exempt from paying a contribution toward the cost of their research courses if UWA provides them with a Research Training Program place. This exemption applies for up to four years full-time equivalent study for a doctorate by research and two years full-time equivalent study for a master's by research. The RTP is a performance-based funding scheme administered by the Federal Department of Education and Training.
Cost of living
There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.
International Fees
Higher degree by research – onshore students
Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.
Course Credit Points
144
Total Course Fee - 2021
$104,700.00
Total Course Fee - 2022
$108,300.00
Scholarships
Postgraduate scholarships support UWA's position as one of Australia's leading research-intensive universities and the premier research institution in WA.
Research Training Program
Australian and New Zealand citizens and permanent residents are exempt from paying a contribution toward the cost of their research courses if UWA provides them with a Research Training Program place. This exemption applies for up to four years full-time equivalent study for a doctorate by research and two years full-time equivalent study for a master's by research. The RTP is a performance-based funding scheme administered by the Federal Department of Education and Training.
Cost of living
There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.
Admission requirements
If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below.
Admission Requirements
(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a)(i) a bachelor's degree of this University in a relevant field with first or upper second class honours, or equivalent as recognised by the University; or
(ii) a master's degree of this University in a relevant field with an average of at least 70 per cent, and adequate research preparation as prescribed in University Policy, or equivalent as recognised by the University;
and
(b) the equivalent of at least two years' full-time professional educational experience.
(2) A student who has completed the Master of Education Research Methods with an average mark of 65 per cent and with a mark of at least 65 per cent in EDUC9973 Research Paradigms: Doctoral Project Report is permitted to proceed to the Doctoral Thesis unit.
Note: the Master of Education Research Methods is not available for new enrolments from 2013. It is available as an exit award in accordance with Rule 4.
(a)(i) a bachelor's degree of this University in a relevant field with first or upper second class honours, or equivalent as recognised by the University; or
(ii) a master's degree of this University in a relevant field with an average of at least 70 per cent, and adequate research preparation as prescribed in University Policy, or equivalent as recognised by the University;
and
(b) the equivalent of at least two years' full-time professional educational experience.
(2) A student who has completed the Master of Education Research Methods with an average mark of 65 per cent and with a mark of at least 65 per cent in EDUC9973 Research Paradigms: Doctoral Project Report is permitted to proceed to the Doctoral Thesis unit.
Note: the Master of Education Research Methods is not available for new enrolments from 2013. It is available as an exit award in accordance with Rule 4.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENT
Research and coursework supplementary form
Applicants to this course are required to submit a completed research and coursework supplementary form when applying.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
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Course details
This professional doctorate program is designed for research-orientated individuals working in educational roles, who wish to make a contribution to knowledge in the context of professional practice.
About the course
This professional doctorate program is designed for research-oriented individuals working in educational roles who wish to contribute to policy and practice in the professional context. You will develop substantial content knowledge in cognate areas related to the kinds of career positions and pathways that you might wish to pursue, along with substantial knowledge of research principles and methods.
Doctor of Education
Quick details
Status
- Not available in 2022
Locations
- Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time
Delivery
- On-campus
Starting dates
- Semester 1 (The starting date for this course is in mid-February. There is only one intake per year.)
Weekly contact time
- The estimated time commitment for a standard full-time enrolment is approximately 46 hours per week (over 13 weeks) which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
Level of study
- Postgraduate
Course Code
- 30810
CRICOS code
- 015857E
Course structure
Postgraduate research degrees are identified by an intensive research component. Refer to the Handbooks for information on course rules.
Why study a Doctor of Education at UWA?
- Take a program based on a successful 25-year track record
- The program is based on the ‘Harvard Model’ of a professional doctorate with the emphasis placed on producing an examinable thesis
- Undertake an advanced level of study in education at a high degree of specialisation through applied research
Doctor of Education
Application deadline
Not available in 2022.
DOCTOR OF EDUCATION
Study in Singapore
The Doctor of Education (EdD) is offered offshore in Singapore through our partnership with the Hwa Chong Institution. You can register your interest to study Doctor of Education in Singapore here.
Doctor of Education
You'll learn to
- describe, interpret and synthesize conceptual, empirical and professional literature
- conceptualise, design and undertake original research
- convey and analytically discuss concepts, arguments and research, both orally and in writing
- apply discipline knowledge and professional skills to real life problems in relevant professional contexts
- use critical judgement and thinking in response to research-based knowledge
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