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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Educational Research (Independent Study)

Lancaster University
Lancaster, England
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3 yearsDuration
£20,950Per Year (Intl)
£5,006Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Lancaster University, the PhD Educational Research (Independent Study) provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Lancaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. Why Lancaster? - Join a department that specialises in doctoral study and work alongside experts in higher education, social justice, technology and enhanced learning - Prepare for a career in academia, educational administration, or NGO work, by exploring an issue that interests you with support from an expert in that area - Access training and support in a range of practical, research, and career areas through both the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Research Training Programme, as well as bespoke sessions run by the department. - Benefit from our membership of the ESRC North ... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Research Design and Methodology
Advanced Quantitative Research Methods
Advanced Qualitative Research Methods
Educational Theory and Critical Perspectives
Research Ethics and Governance
Academic Writing and Scholarly Communication
Research Supervision and Independent Study
Viva Preparation and Thesis Development
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic58————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£20,950

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£62,850

Home Student Fee

£5,006

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

69%Working
1%Studying
16%Work & Study
80%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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About Lancaster University

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