Doctor of Education
Education studies
A course by
University of Waikato
A professional doctorate designed for experienced education practitioners seeking advanced research skills and leadership credentials in educational policy, practice, and inquiry.
NZ$10,459
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Core skills this course teaches
Conduct advanced, original applied research
Carry out robust, independent research into an aspect of educational practice, culminating in a doctoral thesis.
Extend professional expertise in education
Apply advanced theoretical and empirical knowledge to improve educational practice and leadership.
About This Course
The Doctor of Education (EdD) at the University of Waikato is a supervised professional research degree for educational professionals. It develops advanced research skills and extends academic and practical expertise for leaders in education. The programme has both taught and research components, allowing you to explore advanced education studies and conduct independent research to enhance teaching, learning, and leadership in educational practice.
Course Content
- Advanced Education Inquiry: Pedagogies and Practices for Social Justice
- Advanced Education Inquiry: Leading Educational Transformation
- Advanced Education Inquiry: Policy, Context, Discourse
- Advanced Education Inquiry: Research Paradigms and Theories
- Advanced Education Inquiry: Research Design
- Independent supervised research and thesis
Entry Requirements
Recognised teaching or allied professional qualification with at least three years of competent service as an education practitioner
Build towards these roles
Academic leadership rolesSenior roles in educational policy developmentEducational consultantUniversity lecturer or researcher
Build skills in these industries
EducationEducational LeadershipResearch
