ABOUT THIS PROGRAMME
This program is designed to cultivate advanced scholarly research and practice in the field of education and aims to prepare scholars, researchers, and educational leaders who will contribute to the advancement of knowledge and practice in educational settings.
What will I experience if I pursue this programme?
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The programme will give you the tools to conduct original research that is directly applicable to your field of interest.
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You will be guided to acquire the skills to conduct original research and present your findings in your thesis that will contribute to new knowledge.
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Your scholarly investigation will expose you to currents issues in education such as issues of leadership, social responsibility, scholarship, community involvement, ethical values and professionalism.
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You will be exposed to fundamental theories and concepts associated with education, as well as current trends in teaching and learning.
What makes this programme stand out?
Our programme is led by a team of distinguished faculty members who are leaders in the field of education. Their extensive research, publications, and practical experience provide students with unparalleled mentorship and guidance.
Students engage in ground-breaking research that addresses current and emerging challenges in education. The programme is designed to offer a personalised learning experience, with tailored guidance and support from advisors. Students receive individualised attention to help them achieve their academic and professional goals.
Is it worth getting a PhD in Education?
A PhD in Education is one of the most valuable and well-recognized credentials in education. It is a terminal degree; the highest you can achieve in the field of education. It signifies that you have the expertise and know-how to be a leader, and are qualified for a range of educational leadership positions in both the public and private sectors.
CHECK IF YOU ARE ELIGIBLE
- A Master’s Degree accepted by the Senate of IUKL; OR
- Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s Degree that are accepted by the Senate of IUKL
- For local applicants, a minimum credit in English language at SPM or its equivalent; OR have attained a Master’s Degree from university/programme where the medium of instruction is English
- International applicants are required to have a minimum score of TOEFL 500 OR IELTS 5.0.; OR have attained a degree from a university where the medium of instruction is in English.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT | |
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IELTS | 5 |
TOEFL (PBT) | 500 |
TOEFL (IBT) | 42 |
PTE | 47 |
MUET | BANDÂ 3 |
Cambridge English | 154 |
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
Areas of Specialisation
- Adult Education
- Educational Leadership and Management
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Multicultural/Multilingual Education
- Higher Education
- Comparative International Education
- Leadership, Policy, and Change
- Teaching and Learning
- Innovation in Education