Overview

Normally a Education PhD from Birmingham City University journey begins with a research proposal followed by undertaking an extensive literature review on the topic and research questions identified. Time is spent developing suitable research methodology and exploring appropriate theory. Data is normally collected as part of extensive field work and enquiry.

What's covered in the course?

Research students in Education will join a thriving research community and be part of one of the University’s Research Centres of Excellence.

We offer supervision for study either part-time or full-time towards a PhD degree.

If you are accepted for a PhD, there is a University-wide taught course in research methodologies, and you will be assigned to a director of studies, and at least one second supervisor will also be appointed.

You will have access to a dedicated research room for postgraduate researchers

You’re encouraged to publish in collaboration with your supervisors and to take part in research conferences and events

Programme Structure

Research areas:

Assessment

Creativity

Childhood Studies

Early Years

Post-16 Provision

Education Policy

Music Education

Professional Learning and Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-05-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-10-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Education View 121 other PhDs in Education in United Kingdom

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applications for research degrees are normally assessed by interview using the following criteria:

That the Faculty is able to provide the appropriate supervisory expertise and resources for the proposed topic

That the proposed research seems likely to satisfy the academic requirements of a research degree

That the proposed research is feasible in practical terms

That you seem likely to be able to cope with the academic demands of a research degree

PhD applicants will normally be expected to hold a Master's degree in a relevant area

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

15120 GBP / year

≈ 15120 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Living costs

Birmingham

United Kingdom

765 - 1134 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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