Online Education Coursework Thesis Degree :: Accredited Universities

Today's educators are expected to be lifelong learners, able to adapt to global changes in education where routines and boundaries are often challenged.

You will explore the relationship between research and practice, encouraging you to analyse issues of interest to you. If you have an interest in research, but have not completed a major research project and would like to eventually progress to doctoral studies in education - this course is suited to you.

You will complete two coursework units, including a compulsory core research methods unit, and a thesis of up to 20-25,000 words. We provide a wide range of specialisations to suit your career aspirations.

There are many research areas offered in this program including; early childhood, primary and secondary education, gifted and special education, information and communication technology in education, international education, leadership and policy development, literacy studies, mathematics and science education, music education, school and organisational leadership, work and learning studies, educational and developmental psychology, counselling, mentoring and coaching, professional development studies, teaching English as a foreign or second language and sport and outdoor recreation.

Entry Requirements

Four years of full-time equivalent University study at Monash University or any other recognised tertiary institution in education or a relevant field (either through a double degree or undergraduate degree plus Graduate Diploma or an honours year) with an upper H2B (a mark of 65 or above). Where the prior study does not include an honours year it should include a research component equivalent to that of an honours year, or qualifications or experience that GRC considers to be equivalent to, or a satisfactory substitute for, the above.

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The degree of Doctor of Education is awarded on the basis of submission of a thesis and the completion of coursework. The coursework is an integral and constitutive part of the thesis research of the degree. The thesis should give evidence that the candidate has the ability to carry out research, has shown originality and independence, and has made a significant contribution to knowledge in their particular profession. A research to practice portfolio consisting of evidence documenting the connection between the candidate’s research and practice and how the research has informed and enhanced practice should be submitted as part of the thesis. It is expected that some of the work in the thesis would be worthy of publication. The programme should be of a kind which a diligent and competent student might reasonably be expected to complete within six years of part-time study.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).

Every applicant must have

a Bachelor’s degree in education or related fields, with First Class Honours or Second Class Honours (Division I) or equivalent; or

a Bachelor’s degree with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (with distinction or credit) or a Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching (with distinction or credit), including an appropriate research component; or

a Master’s degree in education or a related field (with distinction or credit).

Every applicant must have at least five years of experience as a professional in education or related fields and be a leader in their field.

The applicant should present evidence of ability for advanced level academic study.

Exceptionally qualified professionals, who meet the equivalent of the admission requirements under 1(b) above, may be admitted to the programme on the recommendation of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).

Initial admission to the degree programme shall normally be provisional; it shall be confirmed after attaining at least a B+ grade for the coursework (EDDX 901), and after the research proposal has been satisfactorily presented at the Confirmation Seminar.

If admission to the degree programme is not confirmed, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities) may approve provisional admission for a further period of up to one year or the candidate shall be required to withdraw from the programme.

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This new and unique PhD in Education and Social Justice (by thesis and coursework) is a part-time structured PhD programme that is undertaken entirely online, over 4 years. It provides a well-defined and supported route to a PhD for people around the world. The programme is designed so that participants can study entirely from home and whilst in full- or part-time employment.

Tutors are internationally renowned researchers/practitioners, based in one of the best Education Departments in the UK, in a University ranked in the top 200 world-wide and top 10 in the UK. The Department has an established and excellent reputation for doctoral provision; the PhD in Education and Social Justice is a new addition to our suite of doctoral programmes, one of which has been running since 1995. There are close links between the Education and Social Justice doctoral programme and the Department's Centre for Social Justice and Wellbeing in Education.

We have designed the programme to enable issues, theories, methods and evaluations to be applied specifically to the particular concerns, contexts and priorities of the organisations and environments in which participants are working. The programme builds a mutually supportive spirit among participants who all have overlapping professional and academic interests. This means that participants benefit tremendously from studying within a cohort of students who act as critical friends and an informal support network during the programme, and a continued network throughout their careers.

Entry Requirements

a good honours degree from a British university or CNAA, and preferably a Master's degree; or

qualifications of a comparable standard from a university or recognised degree awarding body in another country;
an acceptable fluency in written and spoken English. For students whose first language is not English an English Language Test Certificate will be required.

IELTS - Overall 6.5 with at least 6.0 for reading and writing
Pearson PTE Academic - 62 (with 51 in each communicative skill)
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) - Grade C

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The online master of music degree is designed for in-service music teachers who already possess an initial teaching certificate. This degree is composed of courses that are critical to the ongoing professional development of music teachers. The entire program requires 30 credits, including 24 credits of required graduate coursework in music history, music theory, music education, and a master's project or master's thesis. An additional six credits of elective coursework will include graduate courses chosen from repertoire and ensemble leadership, educational foundations, musical theater, and a flexible independent study.

Entry Requirements

To be considered for admission, you must:

- hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

- provide evidence that you are able to pursue the subject matter and meet the academic demands of the program

- demonstrate that your educational goals are aligned with the master's degree you wish to pursue

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The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program is a research training program in a professional context which aims to develop the independent research skills of students under the supervision of academic experts. Graduates are expected to develop the necessary skills to design and conduct research projects, present and defend research findings, and undertake critical analysis on complex issues, making an original contribution to knowledge in their chosen discipline and deepening their knowledge of their professional discipline.

The PhD comprises one third coursework and two thirds research culminating in a thesis which will be examined by at least two independent assessors with expert knowledge in the research area. The coursework component includes studies in research methodology, undertaking a literature review, development of a research proposal, and the option of undertaking further advanced coursework in the discipline.

Torrens is currently offering online or on campus PhDs in two broad fields of study – Management and Commerce, and Education, and on-campus only in the broad field of study of Health.

Entry Requirements

A Masters degree either by research or by coursework with a substantial element of research work from an Australian institution or recognised equivalent qualification, or a relevant first or second class Honours degree from an Australian institution or recognised equivalent qualification

TUA may accept an applicant who does not meet these requirements if it is satisfied that the applicant’s experience in research demonstrates that they have the capacity to pursue the program successfully.

Acceptance into the TUA PhD program is contingent on the applicant’s proposed field of study and research being acceptable to the University and able to be appropriately supervised and resourced.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

IELTS 7.0 and band scores of 7.0 in writing and speaking and 6.5 in listening and reading PTE 73 in writing and speaking and 65 in listening and reading

TOEFL 94 with 27 in writing, 23 in speaking and 20 in listening and reading

CAE 67

PTE 73 in writing and speaking and 65 in listening and reading

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Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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