Education MPhil/PhDUniversity

The University of Warwick's PhD in Education offers an intellectually rigorous and supportive environment in which to undertake original research. We welcome

applicants seeking to make a substantive contribution to educational knowledge, policy and practice through theoretically informed and methodologically robust research. Doctoral researchers join a vibrant research community, benefit from expert supervision across a broad range of educational specialisms, and engage with a rich programme of research training and professional development. Whether pursuing academic, policy or professional careers, our graduates develop the critical, analytical and research skills to address complex educational challenges in diverse contexts.

The PhD is designed as a programme combining advanced research methods training and individual, supervised research, leading to an 80,000 word thesis. The thesis is expected to be a substantial original contribution to knowledge and, in principle, to have the potential to be developed into peer-reviewed publication.

Teaching and learning

The PhD programme has an Advanced Research Methods training element that is compulsory, and all students complete an Upgrade examination (a written portfolio and oral examination) in order to progress from MPhil to PhD. Students work with their supervisors on their independent projects throughout the course. We have research student work rooms within the department with desktop computers available.

Specific departmental guidance is available on preparing applications to the Department of Education Studies and on Preparing a Research Proposal.

For more information and to apply please click the 'Apply' button above.