26 PhD programmes in Educational Research in Europe

Mathematics Education
The Mathematics Education course at Loughborough University explore the fundamental processes involved in learning mathematics, as well as the design and evaluation of innovative pedagogy.

Multiple and Multi-dimensional Transitions of Doctoral students and significant others on returning to their home nation
The aim of this Multiple and Multi-dimensional Transitions of Doctoral students and significant others on returning to their home nation study at University of Dundee is to understand the multiple transition experiences of doctoral students and their impact on their wellbeing, as well as on those of their significant others

Doctor of Education
The Doctor of Education programme from University of Chester is for professionals working in schools, universities, educational businesses, agencies or voluntary bodies who would like to research into any aspect of pedagogy, teaching or learning.

International PhD Summer School
The International PhD Summer School from Kaunas University of Technology focuses on development of key competences required for achieving best results in successful defense of the doctoral dissertation and identifying further research directions.

PhD by Prior Publication
The PhD by Prior Publication at University of Surrey provides a fast-track route to the PhD for people who have built up a portfolio of publications through their professional practice and who are already experienced in undertaking and delivering research projects.

Education and Lifelong Learning
Throughout this Education and Lifelong Learning PhD programme offered at University of East Anglia postgraduate researchers have opportunities to work at the heart of active research teams, challenging boundaries and making real advances
Philosophy Research
The PhD Philosophy Research programme at the King's College London is exclusively devoted to research in philosophy.
Research in STEM Education
In addition to scientific research, the School of Life, Health and Chemical Sciences also has strengths in pedagogic research (particularly within the STEM disciplines). This Research in STEM Education programme is offered at The Open University UK.
Educational Sciences
The main objective of this Educational Sciences program from the University of Szeged is to train researchers of Educational Sciences. Its curriculum focuses on formal education, learning and instruction, in the paradigms of empirically based social sciences.
PhD Programme
The PhD Programme at the IT University of Copenhagen (ITU) is a research-based education that prepares you for a career in academia, industry, or the public sector.
Educational Research and Development
This Educational Research and Development at University of Lincoln is a research qualification aimed at those who are, or aspire to be, senior academic or administrative leaders of primary, secondary, or tertiary educational institutions, or university lecturers and researchers.
Educational Research
Through this Educational Research course from Lancaster University you will join a department that specialises in doctoral study and work alongside experts in higher education, social justice, technology and enhanced learning
Joint PhD
In case of a Joint PhD at Hasselt University, you prepare your PhD thesis in collaboration with and under the supervision of a promoter at another university.
Educational Policy, Lifelong Learning and Comparative Education Research
Multidisciplinary Research on Education at All Levels and Forms - join our dynamic and international group of researchers. We offer a Educational Policy, Lifelong Learning and Comparative Education Research degree at the University of Turku.
Physics Education Research
The Physics Education Research Group at The Open University UK brings together physicists with an interest in how students learn and a passion for improving their teaching.
Architecture - Research Opportunities
The structured Architecture - Research Opportunities programme at University of Lincoln enables students to develop the competencies required for their study and future career. Assessment is via the submission of a final thesis and, depending on the award, an accompanying written or oral testimony.
Pedagogic Practices
The doctoral programme in Pedagogic Practices at Linköping University's Department of Social and Welfare Studies (ISV) focuses on research in and regarding preschool, school and teacher training.
Doctoral Programme
The Doctoral Programme from University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna serves to further develop the ability to carry out independent scientific work as well as to train and promote young scientists in the fields of competence at BOKU.
Mass Observation and Worktown Studies
One of the core values held by the University of New York in Prague is excellence in research. Offered at their partner, New York College Athens, in coordination with the University of Bolton, students will be able to earn their Ph.D. in Mass Observation and Worktown Studies.
(Professional) Education
The PhD (Professional) Education at University of Lincoln is designed for current and future educators who wish to conduct original research relating to their professional context or area of educational practice, and aims to support the dissemination, development, and management of a range of professional practice and policy development.