Overview

Candidates will uncover new knowledge and add to the field of education research through the discovery of new information, the formulation of theories, the innovative re-interpretation of established ideas or the application of established research in new contexts.

The degree requires you to produce an examinable portfolio of work that is text based, and may include other communication mediums such as video or online resources.

You will be expected to participate in research training and development activities, contribute to the research culture at Western, and maintain a professional profile of high standard during your candidature.

As part of your research training, you will also be encouraged to publish or present your work to the public and contribute to policy and planning debates in your area of expertise.

Your career

As a Doctor of Education graduate at Western Sydney University, you will develop a range of skills and experience that can be applied to career paths in:

Academia
Tertiary education
Early-childhood and primary education
Policy analysis, research and development

Programme Structure

Five areas form the basis of study available under the Doctor of Education:

Policy studies in education
Curriculum studies
Learning and teaching
Socio-cultural studies
Educational leadership and change

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-22 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-03-30 00:00:00

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More details

Applications for research programs are accepted at any time with successful candidates commencing on a quarterly intake basis.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

82

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Campbelltown, Australia
Penrith, Australia
Lugarno, Australia
Paramatta, Australia
Sydney, 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

TOEFL^® IBT

82

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 050306A

To be eligible for admission, you must have previously completed at least one of the following degrees:

Bachelor (Honours Class 1 or Class 2) degree
Master of Research degree
Master of Philosophy degree
Degrees from a university or other tertiary institution equivalent to the above

Documents required:

Certified copies of all tertiary graduation certificates and academic transcripts for degrees completed outside of Western Sydney University.
Certified evidence of citizenship status (e.g. passport, birth certificate, citizenship papers, etc.) or certified evidence of residency status (for Australian permanent residents only).
A letter of support from your proposed supervisor.
A research proposal that clearly identifies your area of research interest and provides a project title and project description.
Evidence of relevant employment or experience directly related to research training (if applicable).

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

32864 AUD / year

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Citizens or residents

21280 AUD / year

≈ 21280 AUD / year

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Duration

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