Doctor of Education
Course details
| NZQF Level | 10 |
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About the course
The Doctor of Education is a practice-led doctorate for educators who create knowledge through making and doing.
You’ll create a significant piece of work (see the Information Sheet for examples), along with a written explanation that shows how your work connects to research and professional practice. This programme focuses on research that’s driven by practice and creative ways of building knowledge. It will help you define your research approach, your perspective, and your ethical responsibilities, with a strong commitment to equity, diversity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. The degree is equal in standard to a PhD.
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds – educators, leaders, curators, artists, and practitioners across schools, communities, health, the arts and public life – who are engaged in education and pedagogy in its broadest sense, seeking a creative, professionally relevant route to a doctoral qualification.
For further information or to discuss your research proposal, please contact Dr Yael Cameron or Dr Neil Boland
Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements
Must have completed the following in a specialisation appropriate to the proposed research:
- Master’s degree OR
- Bachelor’s degree with honours (equivalent to 4 years of study, with the last year at postgraduate level)
The degree must have a standard equivalent to first class or second class (first division) honours.
The degree should include advanced learning in research, execution of a research project and a written report on the research.
AND
Applicants should be able to show evidence of relevant creative practice (eg portfolio, performances, resource creation, publications) and engagement in associated community or professional contexts. For kaupapa Māori or Pacific research, evidence of appropriate established relationships or advisory support.
AND
Must have a minimum of two years’ relevant professional experience
What you need to start a PhD or other doctorate at AUT
International students
Because of its part-time nature, this programme is not available for international students. International students are encouraged to apply for the PhD programme.
English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with 7.0 in Writing and all other bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent
Other requirements
Acceptance is subject to the availability of staff for supervision, prior research preparation and appropriate facilities. Meeting academic entry requirements does not guarantee admission to the programme.