48 monthsProgramme duration
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
Other
Study Level
Master's
Study Mode
Online
This course will help you develop your own high standards of research that can be applied to a range of professional and leadership careers. You can study from anywhere at any time and share experiences with fellow students during the study weekends in Sheffield.
The Sheffield EdD is a vibrant and successful distance learning doctoral programme which attracts students from all over the world. The programme is based on a structure of study weekends, so you can study from anywhere at any time and also share experiences with fellow students at the weekend study schools in Sheffield.
Designed for experienced professionals working in the field of education who are currently mid-career or senior leaders, this professional doctoral degree will enable you to develop the expertise to design, implement and apply research to address current educational challenges.
The Doctorate in Education has been designed to enhance your knowledge and understanding of contemporary educational issues across a range of topics whilst developing your research skills and academic writing. The EdD will challenge you to think differently about issues impacting your role, practice, and the wider educational sector. You will develop your own areas of specialism relating to your role across theory, policy, pedagogy and practice supported by our expert academic staff.
Programme structure
The EdD is divided into two parts. Part 1 is the taught element of the course and runs over two years, while Part 2 is the research component.
In Part 1 students undertake modules which focus on research training in preparation for Part 2.
In Part 2 students undertake an independent study in an area of their choice and submit a doctoral thesis, under the supervision of a supervisory team.
Study weekends
The weekend study schools are held in Sheffield and are a rewarding feature of the programme. You'll have the chance to take part in lectures, workshops, seminars and group and individual tutorials. You'll also benefit from networking opportunities with fellow students.
Study weekends form a key part of your learning experience - they are compulsory for students on the Part 1 element of the course but optional for students on the Part 2 element of the course.
Dates for study weekends
Weekend 1: 29 to 31 October 2027
Weekend 2: 25 to 27 February 2028
Weekend 3: 19 to 21 May 2028
These dates are confirmed. However, dates may change due to factors beyond our control. If the dates of any study weekends change we will give you as much advance notice as possible.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
Other
Study Level
Master's
Study Mode
Online
This course will help you develop your own high standards of research that can be applied to a range of professional and leadership careers. You can study from anywhere at any time and share experiences with fellow students during the study weekends in Sheffield.
The Sheffield EdD is a vibrant and successful distance learning doctoral programme which attracts students from all over the world. The programme is based on a structure of study weekends, so you can study from anywhere at any time and also share experiences with fellow students at the weekend study schools in Sheffield.
Designed for experienced professionals working in the field of education who are currently mid-career or senior leaders, this professional doctoral degree will enable you to develop the expertise to design, implement and apply research to address current educational challenges.
The Doctorate in Education has been designed to enhance your knowledge and understanding of contemporary educational issues across a range of topics whilst developing your research skills and academic writing. The EdD will challenge you to think differently about issues impacting your role, practice, and the wider educational sector. You will develop your own areas of specialism relating to your role across theory, policy, pedagogy and practice supported by our expert academic staff.
Programme structure
The EdD is divided into two parts. Part 1 is the taught element of the course and runs over two years, while Part 2 is the research component.
In Part 1 students undertake modules which focus on research training in preparation for Part 2.
In Part 2 students undertake an independent study in an area of their choice and submit a doctoral thesis, under the supervision of a supervisory team.
Study weekends
The weekend study schools are held in Sheffield and are a rewarding feature of the programme. You'll have the chance to take part in lectures, workshops, seminars and group and individual tutorials. You'll also benefit from networking opportunities with fellow students.
Study weekends form a key part of your learning experience - they are compulsory for students on the Part 1 element of the course but optional for students on the Part 2 element of the course.
Dates for study weekends
Weekend 1: 29 to 31 October 2027
Weekend 2: 25 to 27 February 2028
Weekend 3: 19 to 21 May 2028
These dates are confirmed. However, dates may change due to factors beyond our control. If the dates of any study weekends change we will give you as much advance notice as possible.
Admission Requirements
You should also have a minimum of five years' professional experience within a relevant field.
We assess each application on the basis of the applicant’s preparation and achievement as a whole. We may accept applicants whose qualifications don’t meet the published entry criteria but have other experience relevant to the course.
If required degree subjects and modules are listed, these are indicative only. Sometimes we may accept subjects or modules that aren’t listed, and sometimes we may not accept subjects or modules that are listed, depending on the content studied.
We also consider a wide range of international qualifications.
Overall IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, or equivalent.
How to apply You'll need to provide a short personal statement of no more than 1,000 words. This should explain your reasons for applying for the programme and indicate how your work will relate to one of our research clusters or networks. We are also keen to hear about your existing research skills and experiences. The statement should be succinct and tightly structured. You'll also need to provide a piece of writing of approximately 2,000 words that you have produced. You could make up a portfolio consisting of one or more of these types of documents: a short extract from a longer piece of your academic writing (for example a masters thesis or published journal article) an extract from an analytical document or report that you have written in the course of your professional duties (for example a policy document, a review of practice in education, an internal report written for your institution or employer) or journalism that you have published (for example Times Higher Education (THE), The Times Higher Education Supplement (THES), Union Magazine. You must also submit a 750 to 1,000 word research proposal summarising your chosen area of study, including references to key literature in your field.
Next steps Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by the programme director and a member of the EdD team. In the interview you will be asked to give a five-minute presentation based on your research proposal and identify two potential supervisors from the School of Education academic team.
If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the school.
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
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