About this course
Durham University offers Doctor of Philosophy in Education as a 3-year doctoral Ph.D. programme in Teaching and Education. Based in Durham, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £25,500 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 7 overall or TOEFL iBT 90. Intakes run across 2 windows (Start Dates are available throughout the year (2027) and Start Dates are available throughout the year (2026)).
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
If you are interested in undertaking a research degree which requires in depth research into a topic of your choice, but do not wish to commit to a full PhD, then one of these programmes may be for you. As with the PhD, your research topic will need to align with the interests of a potential supervisor - you can find further information on current research within the department on our staff listings
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Start Dates are available throughout the year (2027)
- ▸Start Dates are available throughout the year (2026)
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
