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Education & Teaching · PhD

Doctor of Education

Sunway University

Program overview

The Doctor of Education at Sunway University's School of Education (SOE) is designed for educators, policymakers, and industry professionals dedicated to driving innovation and leading educational transformation This flexible, mixed-mode doctoral program equips professionals with research expertise, strategic leadership skills, and practical solutions to address real-world education challenges

Graduates will be prepared to influence policy at institutional, national, and global levels, making a significant impact in the field of education.

Entry Requirements

  • A Master’s Degree in Education (Level 7, Malaysian Qualifications Framework – MQF), as accepted by the Academic Senate.

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g.,,Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

  • Academician / Lecturer
  • School principal
  • Head Faculty
  • School Director
  • Corporate Trainer
  • Year Level Coordinator
  • Student Engagement Lead
  • Student Experience Lead
  • Education Manager
  • Head of Department

Curriculum

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Year 1 Programme Structure (Compulsory for Part-Time & Full-Time)

  • Advanced Academic Writing
  • Advanced Qualitative and Quantitative Research
  • Educational Research Methodology
  • Curriculum Design and Innovation
  • Teaching and Learning in Digital Age Environment

Year 2 Programme Structure (Compulsory for Part-Time & Full-Time)

  • Doctoral Concept Paper (Seminar)
  • Thesis

Specialisation Options (Choose ONE)

High-Impact Fields

Educational Management

  • For professionals aiming to lead educational institutions, influence policy, and drive systemic transformation.

Human Resource Management in Education

  • Focus on strategic leadership in educational settings.

Educational Psychology

  • Concentrate on learner development, cognition, and psychological factors in education.

Learning, Cognition, and Motivation in Psychology

Human Development in Psychology

Entry requirements

PhD: a master's degree and a research proposal.

Typically IELTS 6 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Teacher
  • Education supervisor
  • Curriculum designer
  • Education leader

Is this program right for you?

Send us your qualifications and we'll confirm your eligibility and next steps during your consultation.

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