Doctor of Education
Doctor of Education
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. This professional doctorate degree is designed to advance the knowledge, research skills, professional capabilities, and leadership potential of individuals working in educational roles….
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
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.
This professional doctorate degree is designed to advance the knowledge, research skills, professional capabilities, and leadership potential of individuals working in educational roles. Exploration of the nexus between theory and practice begins with a series of coursework units that develop capabilities to recognise critical issues facing educators and policymakers.
Why study a Doctor of Education (EdD) at UWA?
the Doctor of Education at UWA has been refreshed to ensure that coursework units are contemporary, flexible and you’re prepared for a research thesis
thesis supervision will be provided by academic leaders in their field of expertise within the areas of:
curriculum and pedagogy
educational policy and leadership; and
mental health and well-being
our researchers work across all sectors of education
you’ll interact with, and develop networks with fellow international and local students through seminars and conferences
undertake an advanced level of study in education at a high degree of specialisation through applied research
You’ll learn to
understand and use a wide range of quantitative and qualitative educational research methodologies
translate your research ideas to improve practice into reality
develop your academic writing, organisational and interpersonal skills through your interactions with fellow students, supervisors and other staff
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.
REQUIREMENTS
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, or equivalent as recognised by the University; or(iii) a four year educational qualification plus extensive research experience deemed equivalent to an upper second class honours as approved by the Graduate Research Coordinator or equivalent(b) the equivalent of at least two years’ full-time professional educational experience.
English language requirements:
TOEFL (paper-based): 570 with a Test of Written English (TWE) of no less than 4.5
IBT TOEFL (Internet-based test score): 82 with 22 for writing, 20 for speaking, 20 for listening, and 18 for reading
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (no band lower than 6.0)
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C pass
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B grade
Pearson Test of English (PTE) (Academic): Overall score of 64 with a minimum score of 64 in the Reading and Writing sections, 59 in the Speaking section and 54 in the Listening section
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a proud member of the Group of Eight and is the only university in Western Australia to be ranked in the world top 100 universities (QS World University Rankings 2023).UWA’s main campus is located in Perth, Western Australia and is home to more than 23,000 students. Perth is Australia’s fourth-largest city with over two million people from a variety of cultures worldwide, a strong economy and vibrant lifestyle. Perth is one of the country’s most affordable cities, the closest major Australian city to Asia, and in the same time zone as most of Asia.
