Overview

This Education degree at University of Plymouth can help you develop an academic career, deepen understanding in your professional field or keep your mind engaged and active in retirement.

Key features

Opportunity to join an active research network in the Institute of Education.

Designed to be flexible with both full time and part time modes of study available.

Comprehensive support from a team of dedicated supervisors.

Access to a wide range of courses focussed on the development of research skills and knowledge through the Doctoral College.

Specialisms in Children and Families, Inclusive Education, Learning outside Formal Education and Education Policy.

Research across all ages and in formal and informal contexts.

International students very welcome.

Programme Structure

Curriculum

PhD students are allocated a team of at least two research supervisors who have expertise in your chosen area of study.

You will be expected to attend regular supervision meetings and to conduct an annual training needs analysis with your supervisors.

This identifies which training event, or research seminars, it would be appropriate for you to attend as part of your research training and professional development as a career researcher.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

65

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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65

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

To gain entry to the programme participants will usually need, or be about to gain, a masters degree or a first or upper second class honours degree in a relevant subject.

Other professional qualifications recognised as the equivalent to a degree and experience which demonstrates that the applicant can meet the challenges and demands of the programme are also considered.

Overseas students will need to demonstrate their English Language Proficiency and have an overall score of at least 6.5 on IELTS (with no individual score lower than 6.0) or equivalent.

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

16380 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16380 GBP per year during 24 months.
National

5005 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5005 GBP per year during 24 months.

Part-time:

National: £3,305 per year

International: £8,190 per year

Living costs for Plymouth

731 - 1387 GBP /month

Living costs

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

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