Key information
Duration
Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Starting January 2027
Apply anytime.
Starting September 2027
Apply anytime.
There are no specific deadlines for applications, though the majority of students start in September.
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT
100
IELTS
7
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Exeter, United Kingdom
Disciplines
- Education
Overview
Throughout the Education MPhil/PhD course from The University of Exeter you will benefit from holistic support including content and methodologies relevant to your research, as well as the opportunity for a personal mentor. Research students are integrated into the research culture and welcome to participate in the School's annual staff-student conference, external conferences and the School's Lecture series.
We embrace a considerable variety of research activity, from large-scale externally funded programmes to small-scale collaborations with local teachers. Many of these involve links with leading researchers worldwide.
Key facts
- Because of our size and the fact that we are not wedded to any one research paradigm, we can offer research supervision in many areas of educational research. We are one of only 31 educational research training outlets recognised by the ESRC and one of only 18 to receive ESRC studentship quota awards. We are also the only recognised outlet for four-year PhD (full- and part-time), distance learning and CASE research training.
- We are located on the historic and beautiful St Luke's Campus and provide excellent support for all our postgraduate students. This ideal setting is within easy walking distance of both the city centre and the University's Streatham Campus, where students are encouraged to make use of the additional facilities available to them.
- Our postgraduate programmes are designed to give you career progression in your specialist educational area of choice. On completion of the Education programme from The University of Exeter, you will be equipped with a range of academic, personal and professional skills.
- In addition to the College's Employability Officer, Career Zone gives access to a wealth of business contacts, support and training as well as the opportunity to meet potential employers at our regular Careers Fairs.
- Postgraduate research students can access our Postgraduate Researchers' Programme, which covers a range of topics for a successful research degree and acts as a springboard for a research career.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Centre for Research in Professional Learning
- Centre for Research in Writing
- Centre for Research in STEM Education (CRISTEME)
- Centre for Special Educational Needs and Disability
- The Centre for Social Mobility
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT
100
IELTS
7
Other requirements
General requirements
- You will normally be expected to have obtained or be in the process of achieving, a Masters level qualification (with Merit or Distinction) in a relevant area such as education, social sciences, humanities or management.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees.
Non-residents
44,368 AUD / year
≈ 23,500 GBP / year
Domestic
Tuition fee for the domestic students.
Citizens or residents
9,346 AUD / year
≈ 4,950 GBP / year
Living costs
Exeter
United Kingdom
1,225-2,052 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- Sanctuary Scholarship - The University of Exeter, Exeter, United Kingdom. Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: 01 May 2027
- Sport Scholarship - The University of Exeter, Exeter, United Kingdom. Grant: 3000 GBP. Deadline: 31 May 2027
- Bursary - The University of Exeter, Exeter, United Kingdom. Grant: 750 GBP. Deadline: 31 May 2027
- Sport Performance Bursary - The University of Exeter, Exeter, United Kingdom. Grant: 3000 GBP. Deadline: Not specified
- University of Exeter Alumni Scholarship - The University of Exeter, Exeter, United Kingdom. Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: Anytime
- Alumni Family and Friends Discount - The University of Exeter, Exeter, United Kingdom. Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: Not specified
- University of Exeter Class Progression Scholarship - The University of Exeter, Exeter, United Kingdom. Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: Anytime
- Mrs Bessie Rook Memorial Travel Scholarship - The University of Exeter, Exeter, United Kingdom. Grant: 2000 GBP. Deadline: Not specified
- Anning-Morgan bursary - The University of Exeter, Exeter, United Kingdom. Grant: 2000 GBP. Deadline: 07 Aug 2027
- Crediton Parish Church - The University of Exeter, Exeter, United Kingdom. Grant: 1000 GBP. Deadline: Not specified
- St Peter's Parish Church, Tiverton - The University of Exeter, Exeter, United Kingdom. Grant: 720 GBP. Deadline: Not specified
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program - Independent provider. Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility - OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation. Merit-based. Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: Not specified
- ServiceScape Scholarship - ServiceScape. Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships - ACES Education Fund. Grant: 3500 USD. Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
- Scholarships for PhD Students - Junhua Li. Merit-based. Grant: 19000 GBP. Deadline: Not specified
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship - Boustany Foundation. Merit-based. Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: 28 Feb 2027
- Amberscholar Scholarship - Amber Scholar. Merit-based. Grant: 6000 USD. Deadline: 31 Jan 2027
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship - IvyPanda. Merit-based. Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 31 Oct 2026
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship - Voice Talent Online. Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
- Dream Chaser Scholarship - Salvado Law. Merit-based. Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 13 Jan 2027
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids - UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). Grant: 22500 GBP. Deadline: Not specified
- Scholarship for students with disabilities - Anonymous Hope Fund. Need-based. Grant: 3000 USD. Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
- CIAPS Commonwealth Scholarships for Postgraduate Professional Studies - CIAPS. Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: Not specified
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship - IELTS from 6 to 9. Grant: 1500 USD. Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme. Grant: 12000 USD. Deadline: 11 Jan 2027
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