Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education

The Doctor of Education (EdD) at the British University in Dubai (BUiD) is designed for professionals aiming to enhance their educational leadership skills. This degree combines research with practical application, making it relevant to a wide range of industries, both within and outside the education sector.

The EdD programme prepares scholars to address critical issues in education, improve teaching and learning in diverse contexts, and achieve better outcomes for all learners. While EdD concentrates on real-world problems, the PhD in Education focuses on producing distinct original research that contributes significantly to the field of knowledge.

The programme enhances professional development, foster lifelong learning, and build leadership skills in specialized areas, preparing graduates for a variety of career opportunities in the educational sector.

Career prospects

By pursuing an EdD or PhD in Education at BUiD, you will join a community of professionals dedicated to advancing educational practices and achieving excellence in leadership and research.

Graduates of the Doctor of Education (EdD) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education at BUiD can advance their careers, secure leading positions in their current roles, or transition to academia. The programmes equip students with the skills to investigate educational issues and engage with the latest research and trends. Our alumni hold prestigious positions as Deans, directors, school leaders, top advisors, and prominent academics across the region and beyond.

Entry Requirements

• A recognised Master’s degree in a subject related to the programme with a cumulative grade point average of greater than 3.0 on a 4.0-point scale, or its equivalent.
• A recognised Bachelor’s degree in a subject related to the programme.
• At least the Master or the Bachelor degree should be in an Education related subject.
• A minimum EmSAT score of 1550, TOEFL score of 580 (237 CBT, 92 iBT), IELTS academic score of 6.5 (6.0 on writing section), or their equivalents on another standardised nationally, or internationally, recognised test that is approved by the UAE Ministry of Education.
• A minimum of 3 years teaching or equivalent experience in an educational/training organisation.
• Applicants must also submit a 500-word statement of educational philosophy or rationale for wishing to study for the doctorate which will be discussed during an interview.
• Applicants must submit a 300-500 word outline of their intended subject area/topic/theme for doctoral study.
• Submission of a certificate of equivalency issued by the Ministry of Education in the UAE for all previous degree certificates awarded by institutions outside the UAE.
• A copy of the passport along with a copy of the Emirates ID (If available).
• Al Ethbara Number (for UAE nationals only).

Selection criteria:

• Satisfactory admissions interview will be mandatory.
• Satisfactory supporting references will be required.
• English Exam Registration
• Students are encouraged to register for their IELTS or TOEFL at The British University in Dubai (BUiD)
• Paper-based ITP TOEFL are accepted by the administering institution only. Only those administered by AMIDEAST Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah will be accepted if it is sent by Amideast to BUiD directly.
• While registering with ETS for iBT or with Amideast for ITP TOEFL, please quote BUiD’s TOEFL code 0168.
• Internet (iBT) – test scores should be sent to BUiD directly by ETS.