Overview

The Doctor of Education (EdD) at University of Waikato will extend your academic knowledge and expertise so that it can be applied in the various professional settings in which educators work.

Key facts

Globally, this qualification is a benchmark in terms of researching professional policy and practice. The EdD brings together professionals from a range of contexts and backgrounds. This diversity adds richness to the learning experience and enhances your ability to engage in robust and innovative research.

The EdD has the same status as the PhD, but recognises the professional experience you bring and your desire to apply research directly in your professional contexts.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Teaching and classroom studies

Curriculum and assessment

Diversity issues in education

Early childhood education

Education policy

Educational leadership and administration

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-03-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-07-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamilton, New Zealand

Disciplines

Education View 8 other PhDs in Education in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

You will need to provide a copy of your official transcript(s) and certificates for all previous tertiary qualifications held. These documents must detail the qualification, papers/subjects taken, grades awarded and should include information on institution grading systems/scales, and evidence of completion.

You will need to provide evidence that at least one University of Waikato research supervisor has agreed to supervise your research and invited you to apply.

Attach your academic CV.

Sample of academic writing.

Academic referees.

Passport or birth certificate.

Evidence of English language competency.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

40950 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40950 NZD per year during 36 months.
National

9094 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9094 NZD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Hamilton

1470 - 2020 NZD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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