Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Teacher Education and Professional Development

Why Pursue an Ed.D. in Teacher Education and Professional Development?

This specialisation offers experienced education professionals an opportunity to examine how teachers acquire, develop and sustain the knowledge, skills and professional judgement required for effective educational practice.

Through doctoral study, candidates can:

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates should be able to:

Who Is This Programme For?

The Ed.D. in Teacher Education and Professional Development is relevant to experienced professionals involved in preparing, supporting, mentoring and developing educators.

Potential candidates include:

The programme is particularly suitable for professionals interested in examining teacher development through advanced academic research and improving the systems that support effective teaching.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for East Bridge University's Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) programme are as follows:

Application Requirements

Candidates are required to submit their application form, which will include:

Course Completion Requirements

Any student pursuing a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) at EBU has to fulfil the following requirements:

Course Curriculum

The modules for EBU's Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) programme are as follows: (240 Credits)

Suggested Doctoral Research Topics

Teacher education and professional development offer opportunities for original research across educational contexts.

Potential areas include:

Research topics must demonstrate academic significance, methodological feasibility and the potential to contribute original insights to educational knowledge or professional practice.

Career Opportunities

An Ed.D. in Teacher Education and Professional Development supports academic and professional development in teacher training, educational leadership, research, and institutional improvement.

Potential career pathways include:

Professional opportunities depend on previous qualifications, experience, employer expectations and recognition requirements within the relevant jurisdiction.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is an Ed.D. in Teacher Education and Professional Development?

It is a doctoral-level programme focused on advanced research into teacher preparation, professional learning, mentoring, instructional improvement and the systems that support educator development. Candidates investigate significant educational challenges and contribute original research relevant to teacher education and professional practice.

2. Who should pursue this Ed.D. specialisation?

The programme is suitable for experienced teachers, teacher educators, instructional coaches, professional development specialists, academic leaders and educational researchers interested in advancing their understanding of teacher learning and development.

3. How long does the programme take?

The existing EBU Ed.D. framework specifies a duration of up to 36 months. The programme is delivered online, allowing candidates to undertake doctoral study alongside professional commitments.

4. Can I research professional development programmes within my own institution?

Yes, subject to academic approval, research feasibility, institutional permissions and ethical requirements. Candidates may investigate teacher training initiatives, mentoring systems, professional learning communities or other relevant institutional practices.

5. How many credits does the programme carry?

The programme follows EBU's 240-credit Ed.D. curriculum, comprising research foundations, research methods, proposal writing, scholarly reflection, a doctoral thesis and viva voce.

6. How is this Ed.D. different from a teacher training qualification?

A teacher training qualification generally focuses on developing the knowledge and practical competencies needed for classroom teaching. This Ed.D. is an advanced research qualification concerned with critically investigating teacher education, professional learning and educational improvement. It does not automatically provide professional teacher certification or licensing.

Programme Fees

All programmes offered by East Bridge University come with the flexibility of pursuing an academic journey from anywhere in the world without the need to be available at any particular location. Our programmes are designed to be affordable to people from all across the globe, considering the needs and requirements of people from various walks of life.

We understand the need for financial planning in any decision-making process. We have easy instalment plans when it comes to fee payment, without any extra interest charged. All our payments can be made through various modes such as Credit Cards, Online Bank transfers, PayPal, or Cash at our Global Centres.

Our course fees include tax, programme of study, LMS access, study guide, evaluation and assessment, diploma, and courier charges for Degree dispatch to your country. However, separate charges are applicable for Certificate Notary and Apostille, which are issued from Paris.

Course Fee for Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) programme:

Country Flag	Country	Currency	Amount
	European Union	Euro	2,600
	United Kingdom	GBP	2,300
	United States of America	USD	3,000
	UAE	AED	11,000
	India	INR	250,000

Disclaimer: Fee depends on currency conversion and local taxes.

Refund Policy

• If any students want to discontinue the course after the programme fee has been paid and they have not received any course access, 50% of the tuition fee will be refunded.
• There will be no refund of course fees once the student is given access to the course materials.
• All applicants are advised to read the terms and conditions before making payments.
• The refund process may take up to 3 months.