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Doctor of Education

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Doctoral Degree

Duration

3 years

Next start date

Expected Feb 2026

Campus

City Campus

Summary

The Doctor of Education is a practice-led doctorate for educators who create knowledge through making and doing.

Entry criteria

Minimum entry requirements

Must have completed the following in a specialisation appropriate to the proposed research:

  • Master’s degree with honours OR
  • Bachelor’s degree with honours (equivalent to 4 years of study)

The degree must have a standard equivalent to first class or second class (first division) honours.

Applicants should be able to show evidence of relevant creative practice (eg portfolio, performances, resource creation, publications) and engagement in associated community or professional contexts.

For kaupapa Māori or Pacific research, evidence of appropriate established relationships or advisory support.

AND

A minimum of two years’ relevant professional experience

International students

Because of its part-time nature, this programme is not available for international students. International students are encouraged to apply for the PhD programme.

Other requirements
  • Supervision of the Doctor of Education thesis is subject to the availability of staff
English language requirements
  • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with 7.0 in Writing and all other bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent

English language requirements

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