
Overview
The Doctor of Education degree at University of Auckland is designed with working professionals in mind, providing a flexible and convenient approach to further study. Undertaking an EdD will enable you to generate new knowledge to advance educational practice and policy in Aotearoa New Zealand and other contexts.
A Doctor of Education degree has the same status as a PhD. The EdD is a unique, cohort-based doctoral programme where students work with cohort lecturers for the first two years and then with their own research supervisors, who have knowledge and expertise in their area of study and a range of research methods.
The Doctor of Education programme will be delivered by Te Puna Wānanga, the School of Māori and Indigenous Education.
Career
The EdD is an international benchmark of professional policy and practice research. It is designed for professionals in any education-related role who want to extend their knowledge and expertise and apply this to their professional practice.
Jobs related to this programme
- Educational or public policy consultants
- Public and private sector learning facilitators
- Teaching or school leadership
- Tertiary sector professionals
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Research Portfolio
- Thesis
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Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Part-time
- 48 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Meeting our academic requirements does not guarantee entry.
You must demonstrate an ability to research independently, and possess a high level of theoretical understanding. Acceptance is subject to staff availability for supervision, and appropriate resources and facilities.
You must write an initial statement of research intent to demonstrate your research capability and experience.
- All students must meet our English-language requirements as a condition of entry.
- You must have at least two years’ professional experience in education or an education-related field.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
31859 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 31859 USD per year during 48 months. -
National
5251 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5251 USD per year during 48 months.
- National: NZ$7,329.60
- International: NZ$44,464.80
Living costs for Auckland
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.