The Doctor of Education (EdD) focuses on applied investigation and problem solving rather than on a contribution to pure research or to theoretical knowledge. This professional doctorate comprising coursework units and a thesis is oriented towards enhancing professional practice and focuses on the professional development of practitioners involved in some aspect of education.
The degree consists of 288 credit points. 20 of the credit points are earned through completion of a coursework unit of research training and 4 credit points through completion of a unit of training in advanced information skills for research. The remaining 264 credit points are earned by completion of a thesis. Coursework should be completed in consultation with your supervisory team.
The 20 credit point unit of research training includes a three-day study school. This study school is delivered on campus in January of Year 1 of the course. Digital activities are provided for you during the remainder of Semester 1.
Subsequently in the second and third semesters of enrolment you will attend two four-day study schools. These are conducted on campus (June-July and the following January).
You are expected to develop a high level of research skill and analysis and make an original contribution to knowledge and professional practice. You will work with a supervisory team from the first semester of your candidature.
The degree consists of 288 credit points. 20 of the credit points are earned through completion of a coursework unit of research training and 4 credit points through completion of a unit of training in advanced information skills for research. The remaining 264 credit points are earned by completion of a thesis. Coursework should be completed in consultation with your supervisory team.
The 20 credit point unit of research training includes a three-day study school. This study school is delivered on campus in January of Year 1 of the course. Digital activities are provided for you during the remainder of Semester 1.
Subsequently in the second and third semesters of enrolment you will attend two four-day study schools. These are conducted on campus (June-July and the following January).
You are expected to develop a high level of research skill and analysis and make an original contribution to knowledge and professional practice. You will work with a supervisory team from the first semester of your candidature.