Colleges and Universities Offering Doctor of Education in South Africa

  • Course Name: Doctor of Education()
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  • Course Category: Doctorate Courses

Doctor of Education (EdD) program is designed for professionals seeking advanced knowledge and expertise in the field of education. This doctoral degree focuses on developing leaders and researchers who can address complex educational challenges and contribute to the improvement of educational practices. The program encompasses rigorous coursework, independent research and a doctoral thesis that demonstrates original contribution to the field.


Graduates of the EdD program can explore various career opportunities including:

1. Higher education administrator
2. Education policy analyst
3. Educational consultant
4. Curriculum developer
5. Education researcher
6. School principal or superintendent
7. Education program director
8. Education technology specialist
9. Teacher educator
10. Educational psychologist.

Institutions Offering Doctor of Education

  • University of the Witwatersrand University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg  
    Entry Requirements:
    - A masters degree from Wits or another university with a 70% total mark aggregate.
    - A supervisor from the Faculty of Humanities must be identified and approached prior to application.


    Course Duration: 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time
  • University of Stellenbosch University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch  




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