Overview

Undertake a higher degree by research degree in education at Flinders and you will develop the skills and expertise to shape education policy and practice, and make a genuine difference in what is a diverse field. You will develop a deep understanding of a specific area, joining researchers who work closely with industry to create new knowledge and develop innovative solutions to challenges across the education landscape.

Your career

This Doctor of Philosophy (Education) at the Flinders University provides opportunities to work as leaders in schools, preschools and the educational sector.

PhD graduates in Education at Flinders University become researchers as part of academia or in industry. As an Education Consultant you can work in Government departments such as Departments for Education, in the Independent Schools sector in urban and regional settings, and in indigenous education.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Curriculum Leadership

Education Leadership

School Leadership

Sport Coaching

Physical Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2028-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-28 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Adelaide, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

First Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 106255G

You will need a First Class or Upper Second Class Australian Bachelor Honours Degree or equivalent qualification (at least AQF Level 8) such as a postgraduate degree which includes a research component of at least 6 months’ full-time study. You must have achieved Distinction grade (75%) or higher in the research component and the studies must be relevant to your proposed research area.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

35800 AUD / year

≈ 35800 AUD / year

Living costs

Adelaide

Australia

1328 - 2474 AUD / month

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Overview

Your career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Adelaide

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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