Doctor of Education
Education studies
A course by
AUT
A practice-led doctoral programme enabling educators to create original contributions to knowledge and practice through creative, professionally relevant research.
NZ$11,068
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Conduct advanced practice-led research
Design, implement and critically analyse research that creates new knowledge through professional educational practice.
Produce an original artefact and exegesis
Develop a significant creative or practice-based artefact and accompanying written exegesis, demonstrating the connection to educational research and theory.
About This Course
The Doctor of Education is a practice-led doctoral qualification for experienced educators, leaders, and practitioners seeking to engage in research-driven practice. The programme includes both coursework and the completion of a substantial creative/practice-oriented artefact and exegesis. Students define their research approach, engage with research methodologies and ethics, and conduct a project that advances both theory and professional practice in education. The programme supports diversity, equity, and upholds Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Graduates advance as leaders, policy advisors, consultants, practitioners, and researchers in education and community settings.
Course Content
- Four research portfolio courses: EdD Research Portfolio Parts I-IV
- Coursework in research methodologies and ethics
- Small-scale practice-led study
- Creative or practice-oriented artefact and exegesis
- Independent research with academic supervision
- Critical reflection and ethical judgement
- Framing a creative or practice-led inquiry
- Peer and cohort-based professional development
Entry Requirements
Master's degree with honours OR Bachelor's degree with honours (equivalent to 4 years of study), with first class or second class (first division) honours
Build towards these roles
Academic and practice-oriented researcherLeader in curriculum and pedagogical innovationCreative director or education consultantArtist-scholar or practitioner-researcherLeader/collaborator on community-based projectsPolicy advisor and community engagement specialistPromotion and leadership responsibilities in education
