Key information
- Duration: Part-time, 48 months
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting September 2027, Apply before Apr 2027
Overview
Years 1 and 2 of the Doctor of Education at Maynooth University will appeal to students whose learning is best supported in a group. Years 1 and 2 of the programme give students the opportunity to participate in modules in their chosen specialism areas. These modules will assist them in refining the research proposal for their independent research in years 3 and 4. These modules will also facilitate the development of the cohort's identity as a class group. The specialism and thesis topic will strongly correlate with their work as practitioners in the field of education.
Career Options
Ed D students are already practitioners in the field of Education upon entry to the programme. Their doctoral studies enable them to develop their academic and professional careers, and to contribute further to the development of the profession.
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Programme Structure
Courses include:
- What is Educational Research (Summer School)
- Key Discourses in Teacher Education
- Educational Leadership
- Curriculum: Origin, Theory and Practice
- Academic Writing 1: Communicating Your Research
- Knowledge and Policy in Educational Practice
- Developing Professional and Practitioner Knowledge
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- PTE Academic: 63
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants should hold a H2.1 (or higher) Masters Degree in Education or in a cognate discipline. A high level of ability in academic writing will be required, as evidenced by the submission of a sample of recent writing (e.g. chapter of Masters thesis, report, article or 3,000 word essay) as part of the application process.
- Applicants who meet the criteria will be invited to attend for interview.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 22,810 AUD / year (≈ 14,000 EUR / year)
- EU/EEA: 10,590 AUD / year (≈ 6,500 EUR / year)
Additional Details
Continuation Year (Full-Time):
- EU: 4330 EUR / Year
- Non-EU: 10000 EUR / Year
Living costs
Maynooth, Ireland: 1,059-1,629 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Education.