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Research student division

The ERC offers research study through its Research Student Division, which houses Research Students from the School of Education.

Programmes available include MPhil, PhD, and the Doctorate in Education (EdD).

MPhil/PhD
Course Duration
Full time: MPhil 18 months (max 3 years)
Full time: PhD 2 years (max 5 years)
Part time: MPhil 30 months (max 4 years)
Part time: PhD 3 years (max 6 years)
Entry Requirements:
  • MPhil - 1st or 2nd class honours degree or equivalent. Appropriate research or professional experience at postgraduate level
  • PhD - Recognised and relevant Masters degree. Substantial postgraduate research or professional experience, including published/written work.
Doctorate in Education (EdD)
Course Duration
Part time only 4 years
Entry Requirements:
  • MA in education or related discipline
  • Minimum four years professional experience.

Student Support

We offer a range of seminars, guest lectures, and student-based research and seminar programmes, and maintain dedicated accommodation for research students with up-to-date computer and internet facilities. Research students are encouraged to play an active role in faculty research programmes, conferences and other research initiatives. They are also offered a dedicated doctoral-level course in research methods, and access to lectures on key issues in educational methods and practice.

Contact us

Research Student Division Leader
Dr Carol Robinson
Phone 01273 644568
Email carol.robinson@bton.ac.uk

EdD Course Leader
Dr Carol Robinson
Phone 01273 644568
Email carol.robinson@bton.ac.uk

Research Student Division Administrator
Ms Linda McVeigh
Phone 01273 644533
Email l.mcveigh@bton.ac.uk