OpenFieldDoctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Educational Policy and Pedagogy (Supervised)
Doctoral research program supported by the Centre for Education and Policy Analysis, investigating educational equity, teacher education reform, and pedagogical philosophy.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree with Merit or Distinction in Education, Pedagogy, or Social Sciences.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with minimum 6.5 in all bands.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required for UK doctoral research programs.
- Thesis / Research statement
- 2,500-word research proposal evaluating inclusive education, curriculum development, or educational philosophy.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic letters of recommendation from senior education professors.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Supervised doctoral research with university fee waivers and departmental tutoring opportunities
- Application fee
- Zero application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- £14,500 annual tuition for international full-time doctoral research candidates
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- 30 April 2027 (Autumn Doctoral Cohort)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Liverpool Hope University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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