MPhil, PhD Education
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The nine main research groups within the School of Education are discrete entities that are complementary. There are several topics within each theme, and it may be that colleagues align themselves with more than one research theme and that research cuts across all the research areas we're looking at.
A key focus in considering these themes is the policy context in which the School of Education is situated. A major driver in current Scottish education is around closing the attainment gap and reducing inequality. The research themes address this issue in a range of ways.
You can study an MPhil over the course of one year or a PhD over the course of three or four years.
You can also study for a Doctorate of Education (EdD), a taught professional doctorate with a range of specialist pathways which allow you to tie your doctorate studies explicitly to your professional experience.
Fees & funding
All fees quoted are per academic year unless otherwise stated.
Entrants may be subject to a small fee during the writing up period.
| Scotland | £4,596 |
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| England, Wales & Northern Ireland | £4,596 |
| International | £15,150 |
| Additional costs | Course materialsPrinting is provided free in the Graduate School. Most books can be borrowed from the library or by inter-library loan. Students may decide to buy a limited number of key text which they may be able to purchase second hand. Students in years one and two may spend £150-£200. Years three and four are writing years, so less so. Placements & field tripsWhen required, from £50 to £300 per year, though some assistance is provided from the Faculty's Research Support Fund. International studentsInternational students may have associated visa and immigration costs. Please see student visa guidance for more information. Other costs
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| Postgraduate research opportunities | Search for all funded and non-funded postgraduate research opportunities. |
| Funding | Take a look at our funding your postgraduate research web page for funding information. You can also view our scholarships search for further funding opportunities. |
Please note: the fees shown are annual and may be subject to an increase each year.
As a lecturer, I feel that I am now better prepared to help young people, particularly future teachers, to move out of their own little bubble, to appreciate differences or diversity in the world as well as in their own countries, communities and classrooms and promote international understanding among their students.
Our research
Research in education places a strong emphasis on collaboration and cross-disciplinary working. Education at Strathclyde produces leading research focused on nine overlapping themes with national and international relevance:
- additional support needs and autism
- educational and social practices in curricular subjects
- equity and achievement
- health and wellbeing
- languages education
- methodologies for change
- professional learning, identity and enquiry
- rights, citizenship and dialogue
- education, philosophy and culture
Supervisors
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| Dr Paul Adams |
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| Dr Lorna Arnott |
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| Dr Farid Bardid |
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| Dr Anna Beck |
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| Dr Ingeborg Birnie |
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| Dr Claire Cassidy |
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| Prof John Davis |
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| Dr Angela de Britos |
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| Prof Jonathan Delafield-Butt |
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| Dr Jane Essex |
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| Dr Jonathan Firth |
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| Dr Katja Frimberger |
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| Dr Navan Govender |
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| Dr Alan Huang |
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| Dr Sharon Hunter |
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| Dr Mariya Ivancheva |
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Dr Thomasz John |
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| Dr Karsten Kenklies |
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| Professor Aileen Kennedy |
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| Prof David Kirk |
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| Dr Markus Klein |
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| Dr Dillion Landi |
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| Dr David Lewin |
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| Dr Joan Mowat |
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| Joanna McPake |
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| Dr Zinnia Mevawalla |
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| Dr Iain Moore |
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| Dr Stavros Nikou |
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| Professor João M Paraskeva |
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| Professor Ian Rivers |
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| Dr Anna Robinson |
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| Dr David Roxburgh |
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| Dr Eugenie Samier |
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| Dr Rebekah Sims |
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| Dr Edward Sosu |
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| Prof Yvette Taylor |
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| Prof Kate Wall |
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| Dr Claire Wilson |
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| Dr Yuchen Wang |
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Support & development
The Graduate School
The Graduate School is a friendly and supportive study environment for research students studying subjects within Humanities & Social Sciences.
Our staff will support you through your studies and you'll become part of a community of students who get involved with our workshops, seminars and competitions.
Postgraduate Certificate in Researcher Professional Development (PgCert RPD) for MPhil/MRes
Our PgCert RPD programme aims to ensure you get the most out of your current research activities at Strathclyde and helps you prepare for your future career as a researcher.
We'll help you recognise and develop your transferrable skills that'll have a positive impact on your research, now and in the future.
Careers
The University Careers Service can help you with everything from writing your CV to interview preparation. Take a look at our careers service pages to get more information.
Student support
From financial advice to our IT facilities, we have a wide range of support for all students here at Strathclyde. Get all the information you need at Strathlife.
International students
We've a thriving international community with students coming here to study from over 100 countries across the world. Find out all you need to know about studying in Glasgow at Strathclyde and hear from students about their experiences.
Visit our international students' section
Postgraduate research at the Strathclyde Doctoral School
The Strathclyde Doctoral School provides a vibrant and comprehensive student-centred research and training environment in order to grow and support current and future research talent.
The School encompasses our four faculties and is committed to enriching the student experience, intensifying research outputs and opportunities, and ensuring training is at the highest level. As a postgraduate researcher, you'll automatically become a member of the Strathclyde Doctoral School.
Find out more about the Doctoral School
Interested in undertaking a postgraduate research degree at Strathclyde?
Download our step-by-step guide on how to submit your application.
Apply
You can apply for a postgraduate research degree at any point in the year. We strongly advise that you contact one or more potential supervisors or the Postgraduate Research Director, Professor Kate Wall, before completing the online application. Go to the supervisors tab above and see below for further information.
Entry requirements
Normally, a Masters degree from a recognised academic institution and at least one year of full-time experience (or equivalent) in a professional field with an educational dimension.
The application
During the application you'll be asked for the following:
- your full contact details
- transcripts & certificates of all degrees
- proof of English language proficiency (IELTS 6.5 in writing & reading required) if you're applying as an international student
- two references, one of which must be academic
- funding or scholarship information
- research proposals of 1,500 to 2,000 words in length, detailing the subject area & topic to be investigated
By filling these details out as fully as possible, you'll avoid any delay to your application being processed by the University.
Supervisors
You'll need to identify your research supervisor before you finalise your application, preferably as soon as possible.
When you've identified a potential supervisor, based on how well your research interests match theirs, drop them an email to introduce yourself. In the email, make sure you attach a draft of your research proposal along with a copy of your CV. Don't worry about how rough your research proposal may be at this stage – you'll have help from the School of Education to refine it. If your chosen supervisor is available to work with you, they'll confirm this and nominate a potential second supervisor. As soon as a second supervisor is confirmed, an offer of study will be sent to you through Pegasus, our online application system.
When you accept our offer, you'll receive a full offer in writing via the email address you provide.
Accepting an offer
Once you've accepted our offer, we'll need you to fulfil any academic, administrative or financial conditions that we ask.
UK or EU students
If you're applying as a UK or EU student, you'll then be issued with your registration documentation.
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School of Education
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Telephone: +44 (0)141 444 8400
Email: hass-postgrad@strath.ac.uk