Education and Schools PhD/PhD by Published works

Program Overview

The University of Northampton's Education and Schools PhD program equips students with research skills through theoretical analysis and fieldwork data collection. Conducted under the supervision of academic experts, the program prepares graduates for careers in research, education, and higher management, while fostering intellectual and social connections within the Faculty of Health, Education and Society.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Education and Schools PhD program at the University of Northampton's Faculty of Health, Education and Society is designed for students interested in conducting applied research in education. The program combines theoretical analysis with fieldwork data collection to produce cutting-edge studies. It aims to expand students' knowledge and research skills, preparing them for roles in research, education, and higher management.

Teaching:

• The program provides a training program for postgraduate researchers, covering research skills and transferable skills.
• Students are encouraged to attend workshops and contribute to seminar series.
• Academic and technical staff provide subject-specific training.
• PhD students actively participate in intellectual and social activities within the Faculty and Centre for Education and Research.

Careers:

• A PhD in Education with a specialization in Education and Schools can lead to research and development roles within education and related fields.
• It can also prepare students for an academic career.

Other:

• The program is particularly focused on the broad themes supported by the Centre for Education and Research.
• Students benefit from a supervisory team of at least two academic staff members with expertise in their area of interest.
• Depending on the research specialism, students may have an additional external supervisor from another school, research institution, government, or industry.
• They are also members of the Centre for Education and Research and its Special Interest Groups.
• The Faculty of Health, Education and Society has academic and research staff with expertise in a range of disciplines covering various areas in education.

2024/25 Tuition Fees Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 24/25 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years. Doctor Of Philosophy Degrees UK – Full Time: £5,500 UK – Part Time: £2,775 International – Full Time: £15,950 International – Part Time: £7,450 Doctor of Philosophy Degrees by means of Published Works. Including: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by means of published works. UK – Part Time: £3,500 International – Part Time: £7,650 2023/24 Tuition Fees Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 23/24 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years. Doctor Of Philosophy Degrees UK – Full Time: £5,340 UK – Part Time: £2,695 International – Full Time: £15,480 International – Part Time: £7,245 Doctor of Philosophy Degrees by means of Published Works. Including: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by means of published works. UK – Part Time: £3,400 International – Part Time: £7,460