Programme Code   : A3D045 / C4D001
Study Mode   : Full-time / Part-time
Enquiry Hotline   : (852) 2948 8939
E-mail   : edd@ied.edu.hk



PROGRAMME AIMS

The EdD programme is aimed at experienced educators and professionals in education settings who aspire to extend their expertise in a particular Specialised Area, and their professional knowledge in a broad range of
educational contexts through core courses.

Graduates of the programme can expect to demonstrate:
  • an expert knowledge, under standing and competence in the professional discourse of their chosen Specialised Area and the larger educational context in which their Specialised Area operates, including the ability to contribute to the professional literature in that field;
  • and ability to select/generate and apply theoretical concepts to address, analyse and propose solutions to a broad range of educational issues; and
  • an ability to critically analyse educational policies, processes and practices from different (e.g. hermeneutic, critical and evaluative) perspectives.


PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

The EdD programme comprises 72 credit points (cps) which normally takes 3 years for full-time students and 4 years for part-time students to complete. Students are normally required to attend classes on Saturdays, weekday evenings and occasionally during long holidays.

Courses
Credits
Taught Core Course Quantitative Research Methods
3
Conceptualising Research
3
Qualitative Research Methods
3
Development of Research Proposal and Thesis Preparation
3
2 Specialised Courses
6
2 Elective Courses
6
Participation in Research Seminars
3
Presentation of Thesis Proposal
3
Thesis
42
Total:
72


SPECIALISED AREAS

Students may choose ONE of the following Specialised Areas:

Curriculum and Assessment
  • Civic and Citizenship Education
  • Curriculum Studies
  • Educational Measurement and Assessment
  • Integrated Studies

Educational Studies
  • Comparative Education
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Educational Leadership and Management
  • Special Education

Language and Culture
  • Language Education (English)
  • Music

Science and Technology
  • Information and Communication Technology in Education
  • Mathematics Education
  • Science Education

Wellbeing and Health
  • Developmental and Educational Psychology
  • Health Studies
  • Life and Values Education
  • Physical Education and Sports Science

More details about each Specialised Area are available on www.ied.edu.hk/gradsch.


MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION

The medium of instruction is normally English.


ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should normally hold a Master's degree in the discipline of Education or a cognate field relevant to their chosen Specialised Area, plus four years' professional experience. Applicants may be required to attend an interview.

English Language Requirements
Please refer to the Application and Admission Section for details.


TUITION FEE

This programme is offered on a self-funded basis. The tuition fee is HK$3,500 per credit, which is provisional and subject to adjustment. Tuition fees paid are normally not refundable or transferable.