Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 48 months
- Part-time: 96 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Starting September 2026
Apply anytime.
It welcomes applications for admission at any time of year, though early application is advised.
Language
English
English requirements
- TOEFL® IBT: 88
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Bristol, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Overview
Academic staff include experienced researchers with methodological expertise in advanced quantitative methods, experimental methods, a range of qualitative research methods and mixed methods. You will be part of a large, diverse doctoral community in an atmosphere that is exciting, creative and welcoming.
Career prospects
University of Bristol's Education programme offers academic and personal development opportunities to equip you for the intellectual, social and personal challenges you will encounter during your career. Our overarching goal is to enable our graduates to display the following characteristics:
- Equipped to demonstrate impact, excellence and distinctiveness in your chosen field.
- Visionary, imaginative, innovative, reflective and creative.
- High ideals and values, including a strong sense of social justice.
- Highly employable throughout the world.
- Adaptable, with the potential to be a leader in work and in the community.
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Programme Structure
To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Check out the full curriculum
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- TOEFL® IBT: 88
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
An upper second-class undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent) and normally a merit at MSc/MA level (or equivalent).
Make sure you meet all requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 41,714 AUD / year ≈ 21,900 GBP / year
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): 9,726 AUD / year ≈ 5,106 GBP / year
Additional Details
Home: part-time £2,553 per year
Living costs
Bristol, United Kingdom: 1,429-2,400 AUD / month
Funding
Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD scholarship opportunities for Education.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- British Council scholarships for Women – Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified – University of Bristol
- GREAT Scholarships – Grant, 13000 GBP, Deadline: 10 Apr 2027 – University of Bristol
- Anne and Peggy Sleigh Bursaries – Grant, 2500 GBP, Deadline: Not specified – University of Bristol
- Bristol PhD Scholarships for Applicants of Black and mixed Black Heritage – Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified – University of Bristol
- Alumni Foundation Music Bursaries – Grant, 500 GBP, Deadline: 31 Jul 2027 – University of Bristol
- Bristol Postgraduate Research Scholarships – Grant, 21805 GBP, Deadline: Not specified – University of Bristol
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarships – Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: 09 Dec 2026 – University of Bristol
- Sanctuary Scholarship – Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified – University of Bristol
- Alumni discount – Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified – University of Bristol
- St Mary Redcliffe Choral Section Leaders – Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified – University of Bristol
- The Bob Savage Memorial Fund – Grant, 500 GBP, Deadline: 15 Sep 2026 – University of Bristol
- Chevening Scholarships – Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: 06 Oct 2026 – University of Bristol
- St Pauls Church Organ Scholarship – Grant, 1450 GBP, Deadline: Not specified – University of Bristol
- Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship – Grant, 1552 GBP, Deadline: Not specified – University of Bristol
- Graduation gown discount – Grant, 58 GBP, Deadline: Not specified – University of Bristol (Merit-based)
- Think Big Scholarships for international students – Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified – University of Bristol
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program – Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: 07 Oct 2026 – Independent provider
- ServiceScape Scholarship – Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 – Independent provider
- ACES Scholarships – Grant, 3500 USD, Deadline: 15 Nov 2026 – Independent provider
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility – Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified – Independent provider (Merit-based)
- Scholarships for PhD Students – Grant, 19000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified – Independent provider (Merit-based)
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship – Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: 28 Feb 2027 – Independent provider (Merit-based)
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship – Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 – Independent provider (Merit-based)
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship – Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline: 01 Mar 2027 – Independent provider
- Women Scholarship for International Students – Grant, 5000 USD, Deadline: 28 Aug 2026 – Independent provider (Merit-based)
- The PhD Prep Fellowship – Grant, 10000 USD, Deadline: 01 Sep 2026 – Independent provider (Merit-based)
- Dream Chaser Scholarship – Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline: 13 Jan 2027 – Independent provider (Merit-based)
- Scholarship for students with disabilities – Grant, 3000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026 – Independent provider (Need-based)
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids – Grant, 22500 GBP, Deadline: Not specified – Independent provider
- CIAPS Commonwealth Scholarships for Postgraduate Professional Studies – Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline: Not specified – Independent provider
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship – Grant, 12000 USD, Deadline: 11 Jan 2027 – Independent provider
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme – Grant, 12000 USD, Deadline: 11 Jan 2027 – Independent provider