Unit Set Information

Education PhD Unit Set

Effective from 01-JAN-2019 : Code PHDETNED

Education research at ECU focuses on informing educational policy and curricula, enhancing school leadership to achieve school improvement, increasing teacher effectiveness, and improving student engagement and learning outcomes at every level. Specific postgraduate research topics are developed in conjunction with the postgraduate coordinator or potential supervisor, however applications are particularly encouraged from students with an interest in: Curriculum and pedagogy Early childhood Digital futures Assessment and evaluation Educational leadership Professional learning Indigenous education Physical and health education Researchers in the School are currently involved in projects investigating digital literacies, educational leadership, early childhood education, literacy, cultural competency, and curriculum and assessment topics. The School also offers on-campus facilities and work spaces at both the Mount Lawley and Joondalup campuses, and supports off-campus students via a range of contact strategies.

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This PhD Unit Set can be studied in the following courses:

Special Admission Requirements

It is desirable that all applicants do not contact potential supervisors before applying. Applicants will be matched with a suitable supervisor if successful in gaining course admission.

Mode of Delivery

On Campus at Mount Lawley, Joondalup
Online

Non Standard Timetable Requirements

Candidates are expected to meet regularly with their supervisors as part of the supervised independent research component of the course.

Related Careers

educational leadership, teacher, academic

Employment Opportunities

Educational leadership positions, policy makers, classroom experts, consultants, evaluators, academics


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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