The Education, PhD at the University of Greenwich is designed for experienced lecturers, teachers, and educational professionals who wish to conduct advanced research within the field of education. This postgraduate research degree provides you with the opportunity to explore complex pedagogical challenges, leadership and management, or childhood studies under the guidance of an expert supervisory team. You will develop the advanced doctoral research methods, theoretical frameworks, and analytical skills necessary to produce a significant doctoral dissertation. By joining this programme, you will contribute to a vibrant, collaborative research community that values both applied and theoretical inquiry.
Studied full-time on campus over three years, your experience will centre on a personalised research project supported by regular meetings with your supervisors. You will participate in the Postgraduate Researcher Development Programme, which offers seminars and workshops to enhance your research capabilities and professional expertise. Throughout your studies, you will engage with a diverse range of academic activities, including doctoral weekends and education seminar series. Upon completion, you will graduate with the high-level research and analytical skills required to pursue senior academic roles, policy-making positions, or leadership careers within the global education sector.