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Why research Educational studies?

We have a strong team of highly successful researchers dedicated to teaching, research and outreach activities. We view research as a way for students and supervisors to gain maximum benefit from their university experience. Our active research community includes students from many different countries and encourages a diversity of experiences and approaches.

Career opportunities

Graduates are prepared for academic positions, leadership roles in their area of expertise, research with organisations such as the Australian Council for Educational Research, policy advice roles in the public service and non-government agencies, school leadership or university appointments.

Courses

Local students

Educational studies courses (Mid year entry)
Offer year	Course title	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts
2013	Doctor of Education	Melbourne	4 years full-time or equivalent part-time	Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
Doctor of Education continued… Course description The Doctor of Education is for persons who are primarily interested in advanced professional studies focused on reflection and development on, or evaluation of, educational practice. It comprises two years of coursework followed by supervised research culminating in a thesis of approximately 50 000 words. Coursework comprises two, year-long subjects that enable advanced level study of professional issues; each requires a 15 000-word essay. Areas of research expertise include: applied linguistics and language education, cross-cultural communication, innovative curriculum and effective classrooms, e-learning pedagogies, leadership and management, international education and globalisation, science and mathematics education, policy research and evaluation, teacher education, special education, student advocacy and wellbeing and further, technical and higher education. Prerequisite Master's degree by research, a high Honours degree or, in some instances, coursework Master's degree including minor thesis and demonstrated ability to undertake doctoral studies. Fee type Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded How to apply Please download an application form here. Scholarship applications close October 31. Full course details Education (Professional Doctorate)Melbourne Education (Professional Doctorate)Albury-Wodonga
2013	Doctor of Philosophy (Education)	Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Melbourne	4 years full-time or equivalent part-time	Anytime
Doctor of Philosophy (Education) continued… Course description This doctorate is intended for those with strong theoretical and research interests and a primary commitment to scholarship, teaching and professional training. The PhD requires supervised research culminating in a thesis of 80 000 to 100 000 words. Areas of research expertise include: applied linguistics and language education; cross-cultural communication; innovative curriculum and effective classrooms; e-learning pedagogies; leadership and management; international education and globalisation; science and mathematics education; policy research and evaluation; teacher education; special education; student advocacy and wellbeing; and further, technical and higher education. Prerequisite Master's degree by research or a high Honours degree or, in some instances, coursework Masters including minor thesis, and demonstrated ability to undertake doctoral studies. Fee type Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded How to apply Please download an application form here. Scholarship applications close October 31. Full course details Education (PhD)Melbourne Education (PhD)Bendigo Education (PhD)Albury-Wodonga
2013	Master of Applied Linguistics	Melbourne	2 years full-time or 4 years part-time	Anytime
Master of Applied Linguistics continued… Course description This course leads students from an advanced professional qualification in an area of language and literacy to an increased focus on research across the range of concerns related to language in applied contexts. The program is available by coursework, a combination of coursework and a minor thesis, or by research. Majors offered include: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL); LOTE teaching; Intercultural Communication; Literacy Education; and Second Language Acquisition. Students can undertake applied research relevant to their professional responsibilities and interests. Prerequisite Postgraduate Diploma, Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Fee type Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded How to apply Please visit this page for candidature and scholarships forms. Scholarship applications close 31 October. Full course details Applied Linguistics (Master)Melbourne
2013	Master of Education [research]	Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Melbourne	1-2 years full-time or 2.5-4 years part-time	Anytime
Master of Education [research] continued… Course description This course is designed for graduates with a background in teaching and/or educational administration, and others with a professional interest in education. This program is available by a combination of coursework and a minor thesis, or by thesis only. Areas of research expertise include: adult learning, applied linguistics, cross-cultural communication, innovative curriculum and effective classrooms, e-learning pedagogies, leadership and management, international education and globalisation, science and mathematics education, policy research and evaluation, teacher education, special education, student advocacy and wellbeing, further, technical and higher education. Prerequisite Bachelor degree with Honours or an equivalent fourth-year qualification in an education-related area. Fee type Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded How to apply Please download an application form here. Scholarship applications close 31 October. Full course details Education (Master)Melbourne Education (Master)Bendigo Education (Master)Albury-Wodonga

How to apply

You can apply for research candidature at any time. However, applications for research scholarships close on 31 October.

To apply for Master's candidature, you need an Honours degree or Master's Preliminary. For Doctoral (PhD) candidature, you need a Master's or a Bachelor's degree with Honours, usually with a result of at least H2A.

Before applying, it's best to contact a potential academic supervisor and receive in-principle approval for your topic.

Once you've done this, you can download an application form [PDF 1.02Mb] and submit it to La Trobe's Research Services office.

Fees and scholarships

Research degrees are funded by the Commonwealth Government via the Research Training Scheme (RTS) (fees may apply to some components of some Professional Doctorates).

There are a range of scholarships available for local students.

International students

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Educational studies international courses
Offer year	Course title (CRICOS)	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts	Annual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2013	Doctor of Education (009388B)	Albury-Wodonga Melbourne	4 years	Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)	$23 450
Doctor of Education continued… Year 2013 Course description The Doctor of Education is for persons who are primarily interested in advanced professional studies focused on reflection and development on, or evaluation of, educational practice. It comprises two years of coursework followed by supervised research culminating in a thesis of approximately 50 000 words. Coursework comprises two, year-long subjects that enable advanced level study of professional issues; each requires a 15 000-word essay. Areas of research expertise include: applied linguistics and language education, cross-cultural communication, innovative curriculum and effective classrooms, e-learning pedagogies, leadership and management, international education and globalisation, science and mathematics education, policy research and evaluation, teacher education, special education, student advocacy and wellbeing and further, technical and higher education. English Language Requirements IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0. TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English). TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22. La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0. Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59. Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher. Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher. Or approved international equivalent. Academic entry requirements Applicants must have completed an Australian Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent, plus at least three years of relevant professional experience. Applicants are also required to provide evidence of research expertise. Full course details Education (Professional Doctorate)Melbourne Education (Professional Doctorate)Albury-Wodonga
2013	Doctor of Philosophy (Education) (006274C)	Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Melbourne	4 years	Anytime	$23 450
Doctor of Philosophy (Education) continued… Year 2013 Course description This doctorate is intended for those with strong theoretical and research interests and a primary commitment to scholarship, teaching and professional training. The PhD requires supervised research culminating in a thesis of 80 000 to 100 000 words. Areas of research expertise include: applied linguistics and language education; cross-cultural communication; innovative curriculum and effective classrooms; e-learning pedagogies; leadership and management; international education and globalisation; science and mathematics education; policy research and evaluation; teacher education; special education; student advocacy and wellbeing; and further, technical and higher education. English Language Requirements IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0. TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English). TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22. La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0. Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59. Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher. Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher. Or approved international equivalent. Academic entry requirements Applicants must have completed an Australian Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants must also provide evidence of substantial prior research expertise. Full course details Education (PhD)Melbourne Education (PhD)Bendigo Education (PhD)Albury-Wodonga
2013	Master of Applied Linguistics (055078A)	Melbourne	2 years	Anytime	$23 450
Master of Applied Linguistics continued… Year 2013 Course description This course leads students from an advanced professional qualification in an area of language and literacy to an increased focus on research across the range of concerns related to language in applied contexts. The program is available by coursework, a combination of coursework and a minor thesis, or by research. Majors offered include: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL); LOTE teaching; Intercultural Communication; Literacy Education; and Second Language Acquisition. Students can undertake applied research relevant to their professional responsibilities and interests. English Language Requirements IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0. TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English). TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22. La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0. Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59. Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher. Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher. Or approved international equivalent. Academic entry requirements Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances. Additional information Please note this course will be revised and offered in 2013 subject to CRICOS approval. International students need to check the course status before making an application. Full course details Applied Linguistics (Master)Melbourne
2013	Master of Education [research] (017544F)	Melbourne	2 years	Anytime	$23 450
Master of Education [research] continued… Year 2013 Course description This course is designed for graduates with a background in teaching and/or educational administration, and others with a professional interest in education. This program is available by a combination of coursework and a minor thesis, or by thesis only. Areas of research expertise include: adult learning, applied linguistics, cross-cultural communication, innovative curriculum and effective classrooms, e-learning pedagogies, leadership and management, international education and globalisation, science and mathematics education, policy research and evaluation, teacher education, special education, student advocacy and wellbeing, further, technical and higher education. English Language Requirements IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0. TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English). TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22. La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0. Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59. Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher. Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher. Or approved international equivalent. Academic entry requirements Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances. Full course details Education (Master)Melbourne Education (Master)Bendigo Education (Master)Albury-Wodonga

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