Education

University of Birmingham
Undergraduate PhD Full-time 3 Years Education

About this course

Become an expert researcher at the forefront of your field. With an international reputation as a centre of excellence, our School of Education offers both full and part time PhDs across a vast range of research.

Enjoy a full programme of research training. You’ll be part of a vibrant research community, playing an active role in seminars featuring renowned speakers.

Why study this course at the University of Birmingham? Studying in our School of Education, you’ll be part of a rich history of research dating back to 1896. As one of the UK’s largest education schools, all our tutors are active researchers.

With every piece of research tied to professional practice, your PhD will have a real-world impact, setting you up for a career in either industry or academia.

We collaborate nationally and globally with schools, colleges, local authorities and a range of professional bodies. You’ll also be encouraged to work with other researchers across different specialist areas.

  • Join a long-established school ranked highly for research excellence

  • Be part of a research community with an international reputation

  • Take part in seminars featuring world-renowned speakers

  • Gain the full range of PhD skills, under the guidance of active researchers

    Career opportunities Our PhD in Education opens diverse range of career paths, equipping you for roles in academia, policy-making, and leadership within educational institutions. Graduates often pursue positions as university lecturers, researchers, or consultants, contributing to educational reform and development globally. The programme also prepares you for influential roles in governmental and non-governmental organisations, where you can impact educational policy and practice.

  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 6 Years

    Qualification: PhD

    Location: Birmingham

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: PhD

    Location: Birmingham

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language
    2316 Special and additional needs education teaching professionals
    2314 Primary education teaching professionals
    2315 Nursery education teaching professionals
    2319 Teaching professionals
    2311 Higher education teaching professionals

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Birmingham
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Education