Doctor of Education EdD

Oxford Brookes University

OverviewOn this course, you’ll gain a deep understanding and awareness of what it means to be a professional in an educational setting.You'll have the opportunity to engage with educational research, focussing on the areas that interest you.You'll build advanced specialist research skills and critical analysis skills. You'll also have the space and time to reflect on your academic writing. You will be able to make use of academic support and guidance to advance your writing with a view to publishing academic articles.You'll also become an independent, reflective and effective educational researcher. You'll carry out relevant research, creating new knowledge that will contribute to the field of education.We are based within the School of Education, Humanities and Languages, a vibrant and inclusive research community with strong international links to schools and other educational organisations. We currently supervise over 70 research students in Education, including on the EdD, all of whom have access to a wide range of training and other events.Career prospectsEdD students are typically experienced professionals in education, healthcare and related fields. During the programme and after graduation many will go on to promoted posts in these areas.As a doctoral qualification, the EdD also provides opportunities for those seeking employment and promotion in the higher education sector.