Overview

This contribution can be in the form of new knowledge, or of significant and original adaptation, application and interpretation of existing knowledge.

The Doctor of Education (EdD) at CQUniversity Australia is a course of supervised research and study that may be undertaken in a range of possible fields. Your research will lead to the submission of a thesis, which makes a significant original contribution to knowledge.

Career Opportunities

A higher degree by research is usually required for an academic career or a professional career in research.

Many other discipline-specific employment opportunities exist as employers recognise the skills developed through a degree by research course are widely applicable in the workplace.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-11-10 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia
Adelaide, Australia
Brisbane, Australia
Bundaberg, Australia
Gladstone, Australia
Rockhampton, Australia
Sydney, Australia
Cairns, Australia
Townsville, Australia
Perth, Australia
Emerald, Australia
Mackay, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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79

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 075084D A person may be considered for admission to candidature for the degree of Doctor of Education if the person:

has not less than five years of professional experience in education;

has fulfilled such other requirements as the Committee may determine from time to time; and

has such other qualifications and experience as are considered by the Committee to be equivalent to or an adequate substitute for any of the qualifications listed above.

has qualified for the degree of Master of Education (Research), a coursework Masters degree; or
has been awarded the Bachelor of Learning Management with a minimum of Honours IIA at CQUniversity; or

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

30684 AUD / year

≈ 30684 AUD / year

Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

A scholarship can help with the costs involved with living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel, and more.

You may be eligible for a 25% international scholarship funded by the University.

The University also offers other scholarships to support international students and encourage you to apply for the one that's right for you.

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Disciplines

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

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Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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