
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the EdD Doctor of Education at York St John University. Based in York, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year part-time structure. Build essential knowledge and gain a prestigious doctoral qualification to escalate your career in Education and open up leadership opportunities. Research specific aspects of your professional practice while developing knowledge and skills to equip you for a leadership role. On this course you will draw on a range of theories to explore and research topics that will influence your professional practice within your immediate context and beyond. Home/uk fees are £4,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £20,000 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:1 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£4,000
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Tuition fees UK 2026-27 £4,000 per year part time International 2026-27 N/A per year part time Fees and funding UK January 2026 entry The tuition fee for January 2026 entry to this postgraduate course is: £4,000 per year for part time study These costs apply to all UK Jersey, Guernsey and Isle of Man students. Postgraduate loans are available to help you pay for your master’s course. Find out more about funding your postgraduate studies. Funding opportunities International January 2026 entry Unf
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — York St John University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,500 | £24,000 | £27,000 |
| 3 years | £15,000 | £20,000 | £23,500 |
| 5 years | £17,000 | £21,500 | £29,000 |
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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