At-a-glance

Name: Doctor of Education

Abbreviation: EdD

Duration: 8 trimesters

Duration details: Minimum 8 trimesters, completed part time

Schedule: Evening lectures

Intensity: Part time only

Type: Coursework and research

Location: On-campus (Kelburn, Wellington) and online

Complete: 360 points (5 courses)

Entry: Bachelor's degree with Honours or Master's degree with First or Second Class Honours, in relevant subject

Start: Trimester 1

Apply by: 1 March, 1 July or 1 November

Entry requirements

To be accepted into this programme you'll need:

A Bachelor's degree with Honours or a Master's degree with First or Second Class Honours in a relevant discipline

To have provided evidence of appropriate and significant professional experience (normally at least five years) and reports from two referees who hold senior roles in education

To be accepted by the School of Education Research Committee

Programme requirements

For this programme you’ll need to:

Complete 360 points

Include four courses in Part 1:

• EDUC 601
• EDUC 602
• EDUC 603
• EDUC 604

Complete EDUC 691 in Part 2

Important information

You will need to complete Part 1 and gain approval of the Associate Dean (Research) before you can enrol in Part 2.