Western University - School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies

Doctor of Education

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Program Information

School:Western University - School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Faculty:Faculty of Education
Degree:Doctorate; Online
Field of Study:Education, General
Description:Our Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership is a fully online doctoral degree program that teaches seasoned educators and professionals specific, research-informed leadership practices, and prepares them to appropriately apply their learning to their own workplace and leadership roles.

The primary goal of the EdD program is to prepare graduates to act as scholarly and influential leaders who will have an effective impact on, and promote sustainable change in, their workplaces.

Although this program emphasizes informed leadership in education, it is designed for formal and informal leaders in practice and does not focus on preparing graduates for traditional academic positions.
URL:Doctor of Education at Western University - School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Areas of Research:Counselling Psychology; Curriculum Studies; Education Policy Studies; Education Policy Studies (Leadership Focus); Educational Psychology/Special Education; Gender Equity and Social Justice
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:3 Year(s)

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Required:
    ▪ Master degree in the area of Educational Leadership or allied degree.
    ▪ Minimum GPA of 3.5.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on November 11, 2022