Queensland University of Technology
Doctor of Education
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The Doctor of Education (EdD) focuses on applied investigation and problem solving rather than on a contribution to pure research or to theoretical knowledge. This professional doctorate, comprising coursework units and a thesis, is oriented towards enhancing professional practice and focuses on the professional development of practitioners involved in some aspect of education.
Delivery mode
Queensland University of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 2 George St, Brisbane City
- Victoria Park Rd, Kelvin Grove
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Academic Entry Requirements
- A completed recognised four-year honours Class IIA degree in education; or
- A master's degree in education or in a field relevant to the professional doctorate in education with a minimum GPA of 5.00 on QUT's 7 point scale; and
- Two years' practice in a position of professional responsibility in education or a closely related field.
Minimum English Language Requirements
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America, and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course, and we will assess your eligibility.
UTS (University of Technology Sydney) Insearch - Academic English
English Program
Academic English 5 (AE5) program with a final overall grade of PASS or higher completed within one year of starting at QUT.
Bachelor or Higher
Higher Education
- Bachelor degree or higher with an overall passing grade point average from a recognised Australian institution (the duration of studies must be 1 year or more full-time, studied on-campus), with all prior schooling/studies in an approved English-speaking country.
- Bachelor degree or higher with an overall passing grade point average from a recognised Australian institution (the duration of studies must be 1 year or more full-time, studied on-campus). These studies must have been completed within five years of starting at QUT where prior schooling/studies were studied in a non-English Speaking country.
QUT University Certificate in Tertiary Preparation (UCTP) (QC06)
English Program
Achieve passing grades in QCD111 Communication 1, QCD211 Communication 2, and QCS300 Introduction to the Language of Research; and obtain an overall grade average of 4 out of 7 or higher across these units.
QUT English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
English Program
QC36 English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 2 Standard or QC37 English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 2 Extended with 65% completed within one year of starting this course at QUT.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
- PTE Academic/PTE Academic Online - 58
- Cambridge English Score - 176
- IELTS Academic / IELTS Online / IELTS One Skills Retake - 6.5
- TOEFL iBT / Home / Paper - 79
Course fees
$87,600
$98,700
Career opportunities
The Doctor of Education will prepare you for the following roles.
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Superintendent
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About Queensland University of Technology
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is an ambitious institution, with a growing research output focused on technology and innovation. QUT ranks in the world’s top 200 universities.
Our strategic plan establishes QUT as 'the university for the real world' and charts our provision of transformative education and research that is relevant to our communities.
With more than 50,000 students across two inner-city campuses in Brisbane, QUT offers academic programs in fields spanning business, creative industries, education, engineering, health, law, science, and social justice across five faculties.
