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School of Education - Research Degrees
Research degrees
As a postgraduate researcher in the School of Education, you will become a key member of our thriving academic community, receiving expert supervision and support while pursuing an area of work you are passionate about.
Which research degree you choose often depends on your motivation for undertaking a postgraduate research programme and the amount of time you can dedicate to your research.
Researching with us
You will have a range of support services and opportunities available to you — each designed to be tailored to your individual needs — which help to enhance your studies and career prospects.
Ranked 5th
in the UK for Research Impact
Research Excellence Framework, 2014
White Rose Doctoral Training Partnership
We belong to the White Rose Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership which offers interdisciplinary funding and training opportunities.
Your career and development
Your research degree will take you to the forefront of your field. You could pursue an academic career, and continue to influence current knowledge for decades to come, or use your cutting-edge research and advanced transferable skills to excel in your professional career.
Hillary Place Papers
An outlet for our researchers to publish their work, and share their ideas and innovations with the wider educational community.
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