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Western Sydney University

  • 13% international / 87% domestic

Doctor of Education (EdD)

  • Doctorate (PhD)

The Doctor of Education offers professionals the opportunity to undertake advanced research into the teaching profession and the field of education. Candidates will undertake practice-based independent research that informs research-led practice at the highest level of originality and quality.

Key details

Degree Type
Doctorate (PhD)
Duration
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Course Code
050306A
Study Mode
In person

About this course

The Doctor of Education offers professionals the opportunity to undertake advanced research into the teaching profession and the field of education. Candidates will undertake practice-based independent research that informs research-led practice at the highest level of originality and quality.

Study locations

Bankstown

Campbelltown

Hawkesbury

Parramatta City

Parramatta South

Penrith

Career pathways

As a Doctor of Education graduate, you will develop a range of skills and experience that can be applied to career paths in:

  • Academia

  • Tertiary education

  • Early-childhood and primary education

  • Policy analysis, research and development

University Researcher

As a researcher at a university, you will undertake world-class research in your area of expertise. You will uncover new knowledge and make a lasting impact in your field of research. Many academic researchers also work as lecturers at their university.

University Lecturer

As a lecturer at a university, you will prepare and deliver subjects in your area of expertise. You will teach students from a wide range of backgrounds and help to further their education in their chosen field. Many university lecturers also combine their work with academic research.

School Principal

School Principals plan, organise and coordinate the educational and administrative aspects of primary and secondary schools. This includes overseeing the management of both the physical infrastructure of the school and the people who work within it.

Education Policy Advisor

As an education policy advisor, you will be challenged to provide strategic advice, build strong relationships and help to transform the future of education. You may find a role in government, with a private education provider or at a school or university.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Teacher Education courses at Western Sydney University.
77.8%
Overall satisfaction
77.3%
Skill scale
60.3%
Teaching scale
77.1%
Employed full-time
$68k
Average salary