Programme Aims and Objectives
The EdD programme is aimed at experienced educators and professionals in education settings who aspire to extend their expertise in a particular Specialized Area, and their professional knowledge in a broad range of educational contexts through core courses.
Upon the completion of the Programme, students should be able to:
- demonstrate an expert knowledge, understanding and competence in the Specialized Area and in the larger educational context;
- generate appropriate theoretical frameworks to address, analyse and propose innovative approaches to a broad range of educational issues;
- develop insights into research trends in the Specialized Area and demonstrate readiness to contribute to the professional literature in that field;
- effectively communicate concepts and theories within the Specialized Area to an audience of peers both locally and internationally;
- analyse educational policies, processes or practices from different perspectives critically; and
- demonstrate a thorough understanding of ethical practices within the Specialized Area.
Health Studies
The degree of Doctor of Education (EdD) in Health Studies emphasizes the development of advanced competencies in conducting medical and health related research. The programme aims to develop student competencies in formulating informed decisions and strategies to address management and policy issues in health-related settings, and, by doing so, prepare graduates for leadership roles in health promotion and health care education. Graduates will be able to integrate theory, research and practice in making recommendations in lifestyle changes at the personal and the community level.
Specialized courses
- Advanced Systematic Review in Health
- Advanced Research Methodology for Health
- Ethical issues in Health-related Research and Practice
- Management and Policy in Health