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Aurora University Online
EdD in Instructional Leadership: Coaching and Mentoring
- Aurora, USA
PhD
Full time, Part time
3 years
Distance Learning
English
Aurora University's online Doctor of Education in Instructional Leadership: Coaching and Mentoring will equip you with the knowledge base and practical skills to become a leader in education. In the online program, you'll work together with a cohort of like-minded students to address issues in the field as you build a strong network of educational leaders. In 3-6 years, you will become prepared to bridge the gaps between theory and practice as you implement positive, lasting change in education.


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Seton Hall University
Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership, Management and Policy
- South Orange, USA
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership, Management, and Policy offers a concentration in Education Research, Assessment, and Program Evaluation. This concentration is intended to meet the burgeoning demands for professional staff and leaders in educational organizations focused on data-driven decision-making, program evaluation, assessment and testing, and teacher or faculty pedagogical development.


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Sunway University
Doctor of Philosophy in Education
- Shah Alam, Malaysia
PhD
Full time, Part time
3 years
On-Campus
English
The Doctor of Philosophy in Education program is designed for those looking to deepen their understanding of educational theories, research methods, and leadership practices. It emphasizes rigorous re...


BIU University Miami
PhD in Virtual Education
- Davie, USA
PhD
Full time
33 months
Distance Learning
Spanish
Our program is committed to training individuals interested in deepening their knowledge of contemporary issues in virtual education. This PhD program focuses on developing the practical application of this knowledge for professional practice, emphasizing responsible social practice and the integration of a multicultural awareness of human diversity. Our main objective is to investigate the theory and practice of virtual education and its application in the 21st century, preparing students to lead and transform the field of distance education in Colombia and globally.


Asia e University
PhD in Education
- Subang Jaya, Malaysia
PhD
Full time, Part time
9 semesters
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The programme is specifically geared for professional practitioners in education from public or private schools, community or government agencies, training departments, institutions of higher education and other education-related settings, aspiring to be researchers.
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University of Pretoria - Faculty of Education
PhD Education Policy Studies
- Pretoria, South Africa
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The members of the Department of Education Management and Policy Studies (EMPS) work in very diverse and varied fields of research within the broader fields of education leadership, law and policy.


Charles University Faculty of Education
PhD in Special Education
- Prague, Czech Republic
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus, Blended
English
The main objective of the study program special education is to prepare highly qualified staff for theoretical and fieldwork in the area of providing special education services in the widest possible range, according to the differentiated structure of the Czech study fields of special education (SSP – support for disabilities related to sight, hearing, physical or mental state, support for citizens with communication skill deficits, autistic spectrum disorders, behavioral disorders or support for people with social disadvantages) with special focus on the current issues of contemporary special education in the international context. The fundamental asset of the Ph.D. study in the field of special education is the preparation of specialists to succeed in independent scientific research projects, leading to their personal and career growth to enrich the scientific field of special education as a modern social science area. Program without specialization.


Universidade Santiago de Compostela
PhD in education
- Santiago de Compostela, Spain
PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
Spanish, Galician
Doctoral studies in Education are aimed at the training of researchers, with a strong emphasis on both qualitative and quantitative research methodology and techniques.


University of Pretoria - Faculty of Education
PhD Computer-Integrated Education
- Pretoria, South Africa
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The purpose of the Computer Integrated Education programme is to enable the candidate to explore digital-based instructional and cognitive tools in the field of education, design and develop digital-based instructional and cognitive tools for application in various learning areas, and explore digital-based techniques that can be applied in the assessment of learners.


Atlantic International University
PhD in education
- Honolulu, USA
- Online USA
PhD
Full time, Part time
Distance Learning
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Your AIU Distance Learning Doctorate of Education program will be a tailor-made program designed just for you by you and your counselor. This flexibility to meet your needs is rarely found in other distance learning programs.


Charles University Faculty of Education
PhD in Philosophy of Education
- Prague, Czech Republic
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus, Blended
English
Philosophy of Education teaches philosophy of pedagogy and education in relation to the history of philosophy and leading concepts in contemporary philosophy. Philosophy of Education is based on traditions of critical thought, philosophical anthropology, social and political philosophy, eco-pedagogy, and critical pedagogy; it further reaches into other approaches to social science, such as cultural anthropology, sociolinguistics, and sociology, with the aim of studying general problems of contemporary society. The goal of doctoral research is the scholarly preparation of individuals who stand out in their creative, critical, and conceptual thought, with interdisciplinary reach, and are able to develop Philosophy of Education and related fields. Graduates will be prepared to evaluate and conceptualize goals and strategies of education and pedagogy in scholarly and educational institutions and in the state sector. Program without specialization.


Charles University Faculty of Education
PhD in Education
- Prague, Czech Republic
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus, Blended
English
Doctoral studies are conceived as a preparatory program for scholars and researchers whose creative endeavors contribute to the development of theory and research in the field of education sciences. The program aims preferably to enhance their relevant expertise, disseminate relevant research findings and trends in the field of education, and cultivate methodological competencies of doctoral students. The general focus of the study program offers students the chance to get acquainted more deeply with the pedagogical disciplines. The focal point of the doctoral study is a doctoral dissertation/thesis, defined as an original scholarly work whose findings enrich the respective field of study within the broader context of developing the discipline. Due to the nature and content of the study, the applicant may consult the theme, the structure of the project, and possibilities for its processing with potential supervisors of doctoral studies. Program without specialization.


Charles University Faculty of Education
PhD in Musical Theory and Education
- Prague, Czech Republic
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus, Blended
English
The Ph.D. study program Music theory and education is set to prepare future scientific staff who will be able to work independently on their creative and scientific work in the area of music education and music theory. The study program is to systematically deepen the knowledge in the area of interest, provides results of music education/pedagogy and music and science research, including the current trends in music education which should develop specific musical competence to begin independent scientific work in the field. The study program provides a scientific framework for the area of research in music pedagogy in compliance with music theory. Program without specialization.


Charles University Faculty of Education
PhD in Didactics of Art Education
- Prague, Czech Republic
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus, Blended
English
The Art Education didactics Ph.D. study program supports areas of fine arts and its theory connected with the social science of education and didactics in a comprehensive realm of inquiry-based and international scientific approach. The Ph.D. program should strengthen the knowledge of art education and art reflection in the specialization of Art education and Creative arts majors thus being focused on the Art class didactics. The research area of the program then the main focus is to implement the model of reflective art which is targeted towards creative and inquiry-based art production which consequently leads towards the creation of methodologies and frameworks for didactic and pedagogical transformations in the fine and creative arts. Program without specialization.

Vytautas Magnus University
PhD studies in Education
- Kaunas, Lithuania
PhD
Full time, Part time
On-Campus
English
Applicants to doctoral studies in the Education Science field are admitted through an open competition according to the chosen dissertation topic separately to each doctoral institution that has been granted the joint right of doctoral studies. Applicants can apply to no more than two different dissertation topics.


Interdisciplinary Transformation University Austria
PhD in Digital Transformation in Learning
- Linz, Austria
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
Our PhD program for "Digital Transformation in Learning" invites you to investigate how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing when, what and how we learn. This program enables students to delve into the use of intelligent learning technologies to enhance and scale active learning approaches in higher education.


HELP University
Doctor of Philosophy in Education (PhD)
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
PhD
Full time, Part time
3 years
On-Campus
English
This programme combines coursework and research to equip learners with expertise in Educational Management, Early Childhood Education, or Teaching of English as a Second Language (TESL).

University of Pécs
PhD in Educational Sciences
- Pécs, Hungary
PhD
Full time
8 semesters
On-Campus
English
The main goal of our PhD in Educational Sciences is to provide knowledge on research in the educational sciences field, prepare students for this activity, and develop the skills needed to carry out research in this area. The main fields of the research activities of our doctoral school are the historical and theoretical perspectives of education, examination of teaching and learning processes, neuropedagogy, reading literacy, educational sociology, romology, and education of minorities. We expect students who are motivated to research these fields and intend to work in this research community.
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Education degree programs at the PhD level allow you to explore the complexities of teaching, learning, and educational policy. This advanced program emphasizes research and applied methodology, preparing you to contribute significantly to the field.
Through intensive study, students build skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods while focusing on areas like educational leadership, curriculum design, and assessment strategies. Engaging deeply with theory and practice, students conduct original research, refine teaching practices, and develop innovative educational models. The environment encourages independence and critical thinking as scholars navigate areas such as policy analysis or instructional technology.
Graduates of PhD programs in Education often pursue careers as university professors, educational consultants, or researchers. They may influence educational systems through policy advocacy, contribute to academic knowledge, or lead educational institutions. This program equips students with the necessary competencies to drive change and promote effective teaching and learning strategies.