Graduate Research

Doctor of Education

  • Course code: 300BB
Clock
Duration
4 years full time / 8 years part time
Location
Mode (Location)
On Campus (Parkville)
Calendar-month
Intake
January, June
Key dates
Dollar
Fees
Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) places available
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Course overview

Overview

The Doctor of Education is a research doctorate for experienced professionals with educational responsibilities. Carefully designed to build the knowledge and skills necessary for research at the doctoral level through a tailored coursework program, the course enables experienced educators to design and carry out research projects that have direct relevance to their professional role.

Coursework and thesis requirements

Successful completion requires a combination of coursework (100 credit points) and a 55 000 word thesis, which comprises a substantial piece of original research.

Internationally recognised lecturers

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