PhD in Educational Studies is a doctorate in Education & Teaching programme offered by Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax, Canada. The programme is delivered in a hybrid format.
At a glance
Degree:Doctorate
Field:Education & Teaching
Delivery: Hybrid
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The PhD in Educational Studies at Mount Saint Vincent University is delivered through the Nova Scotia Inter-University Doctoral Program in Educational Studies, a joint doctorate offered with Acadia University and St. Francis Xavier University. The program combines an intensive, on-site summer institute with interactive, web-enabled courses, a comprehensive scholarly portfolio, and a doctoral dissertation, drawing on faculty from all three participating universities. It typically takes four to six years to complete. Applicants are expected to arrive with a clearly conceptualized research topic within one of the program's interrelated educational-studies themes, and those without a completed graduate thesis submit a qualifying research paper to demonstrate their research competence before admission. Graduates are positioned for leadership roles in academic and professional organizations connected to education. The program suits experienced educators and researchers across Atlantic Canada seeking a collaborative, research-intensive doctorate that blends a shared summer residency with web-based coursework throughout the rest of the year.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:80.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Candidates must possess a Master's degree from a recognized university in education or a related field, with a minimum average of A- (80%) in that degree. Applicants normally must have completed a graduate thesis in a field related to their doctoral studies; those without a thesis must submit a qualifying research paper demonstrating their research competence. Applicants also need a clearly conceptualized research idea and scholarly preparation to conduct research, normally including graduate-level courses in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods and design. Applications require three letters of reference (normally two academic and one professional), a current curriculum vitae, and a letter of intent describing a proposed area of study, and applicants may be interviewed by a selection subcommittee. Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency through IELTS 7.5-9.0 (no band below 7.0), MELAB 85 or higher, TOEFL iBT 90 or higher, Pearson PTE Academic 84 or higher, or CanTest 5 or higher. Admission is granted only where a suitable supervisor and program can be provided.
