Educational Research (Higher Education) (thesis and coursework) PhD
Lancaster University
Key Course Facts
Course Description
This part-time programme was developed to meet the needs of experienced professionals in the areas of higher and further education. The aim is to provide an opportunity for you to become an autonomous researcher and gain deeper and more critical insight into your own and others’ professional practices and concerns.
The four-year course is structured, supported and assessed, through modules involving directed study and residential teaching. The course is organised around a series of residentials, which enable participants to meet, socialise, and participate in seminars and lectures. You will focus on your final research thesis from the third year onwards.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Bachelor's degree: An upper second class honours (UK or equivalent) in any subject.
Master's degree: A good Master's degree or qualifications of a comparable standard from a university or recognised degree awarding body in another country.
We may also consider non-standard applicants, please contact us for information.
We may ask you to provide a recognised English language qualification, dependent upon your nationality and where you have studied previously.
We normally require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 6.0 in the reading and writing elements and 5.5 in the speaking and listening elements. We also consider other English language qualifications.
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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About Lancaster University
Lancaster University was established in 1964 and is located in the rural setting of Lancaster. The campus provides a series of amenities, including banks and a post office. Academically, all of this university’s courses and programmes are accredited and approved by MARP, ensuring that the curriculums delivered here are set at a high standard. In terms of facilities, students have access to a variety of study and recreational spaces intended to improve their wellbeing, such as Meditation and Tai Chi classes, and Woodland walks.
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Student composition of Lancaster University
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Total number of students enrolled at Lancaster University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12595
- postgraduates:
- 4065
- Total:
- 16660
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Education Studies”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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