Overview

The well designed mixture of the taught modules and the independent research-based studies gives the programme its strength and unique nature. The best advocates for the doctoral programme are our students and graduates.

They appreciate the flexibility, timings that are carefully designed to cater for their work and family needs. Pastoral care is a top priority with an allocated academic advisor, a personal tutor, as well as the Director of Studies acting as research supervisor. Our students enjoy a unique personal learning journey that changes their lives for the better while at the same time producing important research at an internationally-recognised level.

Career prospects

This Education at The British University in Dubai allows students to further their careers and secure a leading position in their current employer, or move to academia confidently with a PhD/EdD that guarantees a steady academic career. The programme is a natural path that supports a student’s desire to investigate educational issues and be in touch with the latest research and trends in educational research. Our graduates are now Deans, directors, school leaders, top advisors and prominent academics across the region.

Programme Structure

Courses

Qualitative Research Methods And Paradigms
Quantitative Methods
Research Design and Planning
Assessment and Learning
Educational Policy: Theory and Practice
Curriculum and Instruction: Theory and Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-18 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Credits

540 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Disciplines

Education View 3 other PhDs in Education in United Arab Emirates

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Other requirements

General requirements

A recognised Master’s degree in a subject related to the programme with a cumulative grade point average of greater than 3.0 on a 4.0-point scale, or its equivalent.
A recognised Bachelor’s degree in a subject related to the programme.
At least the Master or the Bachelor degree should be in an Education related subject.
A minimum EmSAT score of 1550, TOEFL score of 580 (237 CBT, 92 iBT), IELTS academic score of 6.5 (6.0 on writing section), or their equivalents on another standardised nationally, or internationally, recognised test that is approved by the UAE Ministry of Education.
A minimum of 3 years teaching or equivalent experience in an educational/training organisation.
Applicants must also submit a 500-word statement of educational philosophy or rationale for wishing to study for the doctorate which will be discussed during an interview.

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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

50000 AED / year

≈ 50000 AED / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

50000 AED / year

≈ 50000 AED / year

Living costs

Dubai

United Arab Emirates

5300 - 9200 AED / month

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