Doctor of Philosophy in Education
- Dikeni, South Africa
- Bhisho, South Africa
Doctor of Education
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Feb 2027
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Fast-track counseling
By contacting the school, you'll get access to free priority counselling for any study and application questions.
Key Summary
About: The University of Fort Hare (UFH) offers a Doctor of Philosophy in Education that develops advanced scholarly expertise in educational theory, research methods, and practice. You'll examine educational policy, curriculum development, pedagogy, learning theories, and social, cultural, and psychological influences on learning. The programme promotes research on educational equity, leadership, assessment, instructional design, and system-level change, preparing you to contribute to policy, academia, and applied educational research in schools and higher education.
Career Outcomes: You can pursue roles such as Professor, educational researcher, curriculum developer, instructional designer, education policy analyst, school administrator, assessment specialist, higher education administrator, education consultant,
About programme
A Doctor of Philosophy in Education provides an advanced, scholarly understanding of the theories, principles, and research that shape the field of education. This degree allows scholars to critically engage with a wide range of topics, including educational policy, curriculum development, pedagogy, learning theories, and the social, cultural, and psychological factors influencing education. A PhD in Education fosters a deep understanding of how educational systems function, evolve, and impact individuals and societies. By advancing knowledge in areas such as educational equity, leadership, and assessment, it contributes to the broader academic discourse on improving educational practices and outcomes, fostering a more informed, inclusive, and effective education system.
NSFAS
The NSFAS bursary is open to all South African citizens and permanent residents with a combined household income of not more than R350 000 per annum before deductions. For persons living with disabilities, the combined household income is capped at
R600 000 per annum before deductions. Visit the application section of the NSFAS bursary scheme to learn more what scheme covers and how to apply.
Funza Lushaka Bursary
Funza Lushaka is only applicable to those students that intend to enroll for the Bachelor of Education degrees. This funder enables eligible students to complete a teaching qualification in an area of national priority. For a full description of the Funza Lushaka Priorities offered by the Department of Basic Education and for further application information, visit the Funza Lushaka website.
COID Bursary
This is a scheme formulated by the Department of Labor in South Africa and addresses the Missing Middle students whose parents are earning more than R350 000 threshold. Students will be advised on when this funding becomes available so that they can submit their application.
Find Your Path to Success
Professor. Educational Researcher. Curriculum Developer. Educational Consultant. Education Policy Analyst. Academic Administrator. Educational Psychologist. Education Theorist. School Administrator. Educational Program Director. Instructional Designer. Education Evaluator. Higher Education Administrator. Educational Leader. Education Advocate. Learning Scientist. Assessment Specialist. Education Sociologist. Literacy Specialist. Education Writer. Teacher Educator. Education Consultant. Pedagogical Researcher. Education Strategist. Educational Equity Specialist.