PhD in Education in Durham United Kingdom | Durham University

Earning a PhD can significantly advance your professional journey or help you achieve your career goals. Durham University's School of Education PhD program, which combines structured training with guided research, is ideal for graduates aiming for academic roles in higher education research and teaching, or leadership positions within the education sector. While each PhD project is unique, every student will thoroughly investigate their chosen subject, develop advanced problem-solving and analytical skills, and produce an original dissertation (up to 100,000 words) that contributes to educational knowledge. Your research may focus on any dimension of education theory, policy, or practice, spanning all educational stages from early childhood to post-compulsory learning. Since doctoral candidates finalize their topics in consultation with their supervisory team, your chosen subject must match a potential supervisor's expertise when applying. Although most PhD students enroll full-time, part-time options are available, with typical completion times of three years for full-time and six years for part-time study. Our faculty's diverse research specialties enable supervision across numerous educational fields. Additionally, we encourage applications from various academic disciplines, not limited to those with prior education-focused qualifications.