If you are interested in pursuing a research degree in the School of Education, please note:

(1) Prospective applicants need to familiarise themselves with the research expertise of School of Education staff. A list of academic staff in the School of Education is available here. 

(2) Candidates must liaise directly with a potential supervisor by submitting a CV and 500 word outline of a research area using the Research Outline Form. If a potential supervisor agrees that the candidate’s proposed research aligns with the research interests of the School of Education, then a candidate may be invited to submit a thesis proposal (1500 words) using the Higher Degree by Thesis Proposal Form which should ideally be written in consultation with the potential supervisor .  The form and success criteria are available here: Thesis Proposal with Criteria.

(3) The Structured PhD Programme Director will review any full proposal received in addition to which an external opinion might also be sought (particularly in the case of interdisciplinary areas). An interview may be suggested.

(4) On acceptance, the student will be invited to submit an application through the university's online application system UCC Apply 

(5) Prospective applicants must not make an application through UCC Apply until steps 1-3 are completed.