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Doctor of Education (EdD)

  • IBES / Brittany Université (France)
  • Up to 36 months (research mode); thesis-only route up to 24 months where eligible
  • Doctorate

Course Description

The Doctor of Education (EdD) research-mode pathway is designed for experienced education professionals seeking a doctoral qualification focused on applied research and professional impact.

Two delivery modes are available—blended learning and fully online—both following a research-oriented structure with supervised independent study.

Maximum duration for the full programme (including Research Methodology and thesis) is typically 36 months; students exempted from taught modules may complete within 24 months.

What You’ll Learn From This Course

  • Advanced educational research methodology
  • Independent doctoral research design
  • Critical analysis of education practice/policy
  • Thesis development and academic writing
  • Professional doctoral leadership impact

Assessment & Verification

Assessment centres on research methodology requirements and a doctoral thesis with supervision milestones.

Progression

Graduates pursue senior education leadership, policy, consultancy and academic/research careers.

Entry Requirements

  • Master’s degree in any field, OR other qualifications recognised by IBES as equivalent to a Master’s degree.
  • English language proficiency (e.g. IELTS overall band 6.0 or equivalent; prior English-medium study may be accepted).
  • Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) may be available for Research Methodology / taught modules.
  • Research readiness and a viable doctoral research interest in education.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this programme can pursue roles such as:

  • Senior Education Leader
  • Education Policy / Research roles
  • University / academic pathways
  • Professional doctorate consultancy
Doctor of Education (EdD)
  • Awarded By IBES / Brittany Université (France)
  • Duration Up to 36 months (research mode); thesis-only route up to 24 months where eligible
  • Credits Doctoral level (approx. 2,400 notional hours for research mode)
  • Language English
  • Level Doctorate (EdD)

This course includes

  • Research-mode Doctor of Education
  • Blended or fully online supervision options
  • APL opportunities where eligible
  • Doctoral guidance via First Friends Campus
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Content referenced from IBES / Brittany Université

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