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Education EdD

This online distance learning programme offers a professionally relevant and academically rigorous opportunity for advanced study in education. The programme is designed for professionals at all levels in education, training and development, and in education-related fields.

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• Processor: 2GHz
• Microsoft Windows Vista service pack 1
• Mac OS X v10.4.11+
• Memory: 3GB of RAM or more
• Hard disk: 300GB
• Sound card and microphone
• Speakers or headphones
• Monitor and video card with 1024x768 display or higher

Mobile device specifications

• iOS: latest (Apple Safari & Google Chrome)
• Android: 4.4+ with latest Google Chrome

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• Word processing software (that outputs to the following file types for marking online: .doc, .docx, .html, .txt, .rft, .pdf, .ppt, .pptx, .pps, .hwp)
• Anti-virus software

Advised hardware / software

• Microsoft Office 2010
• Headset (ideally with a USB connector)

Our doctorate is comparable to a PhD in terms of scale and rigour. It differs in that it provides a structured programme of advanced study in the first three years that is relevant to your profession as an educator and focused on the inter-relationship of research, policy and practice.

We focus on collaborative learning, drawing on your own experiences and those of your academic colleagues.

This programme will give you the skills and confidence to further advance your career to the highest levels in education and education-related fields.

Study options

Duration: 5 years part-time

Years 1, 2 and 3

You will take six core courses (one per semester). Each requires attendance and participation in a study weekend in Glasgow. 

• Critical reflection in professional learning and practice
• Education policy
• Educational futures
• Ethics and education
• Open studies one: Advancing research methods
• Open studies two: Applying research methods

Years 4 and 5

You will work towards the submission of a dissertation of 50,000 to 60,000 words, supported by an appropriate supervisory team.

Progressing at a normal pace, successful candidates can complete the Doctorate in five years. However, we realise that circumstances occasionally mean participants need to take a break from studies and the programme allows candidates to suspend their studies for a limited time period.

Entry requirements

Usually a Masters level qualification in education or a cognate subject and a minimum of five years of professional experience in education or a closely related field. As well as two academic references, you also need to submit samples of recent academic writing, such as an assignment or a dissertation, as part of your application.

English language requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)

• 7.0 with no sub-test under 6.5
• Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test
• IELTS One Skill Retake accepted.

Common equivalent English language qualifications

All stated English tests are acceptable for admission to this programme:

TOEFL (ibt, my best or athome)

• 94; with Reading 19; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 21
• Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements , this includes TOEFL mybest.

Pearsons PTE Academic

• 66 with no subtest less than: Listening 59;Reading 60; Speaking 59; Writing 74
• Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.

Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)

• 185 overall, no subtest less than 176

Oxford English Test

• Oxford ELLT 8
• R&L: OIDI level no less than 7 with Reading: 25-26 and Listening: 18-19
• W&S: OIDI level no less than 8.

Trinity College Tests

Integrated Skills in English II & III & IV: ISEII Pass with Pass in all sub-tests.

University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses

Tests are accepted for 2 years following date of successful completion.

Alternatives to English Language qualification

• students must have studied for a minimum of 2 years at Undergraduate level, or 9 months at Master's level, and must have complete their degree in that majority-English speaking country  and  within the last 6 years
• students must have completed their final two years study in that majority-English speaking country  and  within the last 6 years

For international students, the Home Office has confirmed that the University can choose to use these tests to make its own assessment of English language ability for visa applications to degree level programmes. The University is also able to accept UKVI approved Secure English Language Tests (SELT) but we do not require a specific UKVI SELT for degree level programmes. We therefore still accept any of the English tests listed for admission to this programme.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees for 2025/26.

• Part-time fee:  £4,110

International & EU

• Part-time fee:  £8,930

Fees shown as per year. Irish nationals who are living in the Common Travel Area of the UK, EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status, and Internationals with Indefinite Leave to remain status can also qualify for home fee status.

Possible additional fees

• Fee for re-assessment of a dissertation (PGT programme): £370
• Submission of thesis after deadline lapsed: £350
• Registration/exam only fee: £170

The  College of Social Sciences Graduate School  draws together internationally recognised scholars and respected practitioners to offer a range of research programmes. Our programmes are based on thorough training in research methods and we encourage you to take part in numerous exciting seminars, conferences and events. 

How to apply

Supervisors.

All Postgraduate Research Students are allocated a supervisor who will act as the main source of academic support and research mentoring in the dissertation stage of the EdD. You are not required to identify a potential supervisor in advance of your application.

Gather your documents

Before applying please make sure you gather the following supporting documentation:

• Final or current degree transcripts including grades (and an official translation, if needed) – scanned copy in colour of the original document.
• Degree certificates (and an official translation, if needed): scanned copy in colour of the original document.
• Two references on headed paper and signed by the referee. One must be academic, the other can be academic or professional. References may be uploaded   as part of the application form or you may enter your referees contact details on the application form. We will then email your referee and notify you when we receive the reference.  We can also accept confidential references direct to  [email protected] , from the referee’s university or business email account.
• CV, samples of written work as per requirements for each subject area.
• Academic contact:  [email protected]   
• If you have any questions about your application  before  you apply:  contact  the School of Education
• If you have any questions  after  you have submitted your application:  contact our Admissions team
• Any  references  may be submitted by email to:  [email protected]

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• Advice on visa, immigrations and the Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) can be found on our  International student pages

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Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD)

The University of Buckingham EdD is offered to experienced practitioners and postgraduate students who already hold an MA or equivalent.

Course overview

• Sep, 3 Years
• Doctor of Education
• From £5,600 per year *
• School of Education

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About the Course

The EdD programme at Buckingham brings together an exciting international research community. Our Doctoral Programme in Education promotes and endorses the highest level of knowledge, skills and experiences of leaders in schools and education in the belief that this recognition will impact significantly on practice. An EdD is at the same level as a PhD. Like a PhD the EdD requires students to make a unique contribution to knowledge. A distinguishing element of an EdD is that it is also required to ensure your study results in a tangible impact on practice.  This is because the EdD is a practitioner/professional doctorate which means that it is designed for professionals working in Education and that the focus of study should be on the nature of Educational practice.

Every student attends an Induction Programme and then is allocated two supervisors. You have a main supervisor who will be a critical friend through the process, and you will have approximately 12 hours of supervision each year. Students are supported by access to a film library, webinars and by two online study days in November and another two online study days in April. You are expected to attend these for the first three years. The online support guides you through some of the key elements of completing a doctorate, for example, research methodology, engaging with literature and philosophical frameworks.

The doctorate:

• Can be completed in 3.5-6 years part-time – the average length of time to complete is usually 4-5 years.
• Involves itself in the professional practice of educational practitioners.
• Can be achieved by the creation of a portfolio or a traditional thesis.
• Has a highly competitive course fee.
• Is available completely online.

Doctoral Students will need to have demonstrated:

• The creation and interpretation of new knowledge, through original research or other advanced scholarship, of a quality to satisfy peer review, extend the forefront of the discipline, and merit publication.
• A systematic acquisition and understanding of a substantial body of knowledge which is at the forefront of an academic discipline or area of professional practice.
• The general ability to conceptualise, design and implement a project for the generation of new knowledge, applications or understanding at the forefront of the discipline, and to adjust the project design in the light of unforeseen problems.
• A detailed understanding of applicable techniques for research and advanced academic enquiry. ( QAA, The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies, 2024 ).

Course content

The University of Buckingham EdD is appropriate for experienced practitioners and postgraduate students who already hold an MA or equivalent. Doing a doctorate is likely to be one of the most intellectually challenging experiences of your professional career. Despite its challenges it is hoped that you will also find the experience hugely rewarding. The programme aims to enable those working in education to develop expertise through critical evaluation of research and scholarship in their chosen field of interest. Students will develop skills that allow them to critically analyse, engage in and reflect on educational issues. Whilst the intensity of the doctorate might seem daunting, the programme is designed for students to be able to complete study alongside their work in education.  Students will contribute to wider debate on education and reflect on the implications of their study for educators and learners. The expectation is that on average you will spend at least 15 hours a week studying.  This takes into account time spent with you supervisor, study days as well as your own independent research, reading and study.

We offer two routes to achieving the EdD at Buckingham:

• a traditional thesis; or
• a portfolio route

The choice of route will be decided in discussion with your supervisors.

Many people will be familiar with the structure of the doctoral thesis; it is a pathway that encompasses a review of literature followed by the pursuit of a research project and as the EdD is a professional thesis, this would also include an evaluation of the implications for practice that the work would have within a particular educational context. A thesis consists of a continuous narrative, divided up into chapters that form a whole. Each chapter contributes to the main idea and builds a logical sustained argument cumulatively from start to end.

By comparison a doctorate by submission of a professional portfolio reflects on a particular area of focus and interest through the production of a collection of different papers, all at Level 8 standard, that together form a whole. If you have already published articles and documents of different kinds, then the portfolio may be suitable for you.

It is important to recognise that both require the same level of academic rigour. A thesis is an extended piece of research that presents an argument supported by evidence and reference to relevant research. For the portfolio, it is the overriding argument that binds the varied contents of the portfolio together through use of linking documents. Both pathways also require an ability to be critical both in terms of one’s own position and also in the further development of your own critical voice when encountering a range of alternative views. Both pathways will also contribute something unique and original to your existing knowledge. Originality may lie in the discovery or collection of material never before used; or it may lie in a new approach to more familiar material.  Your progress with this work will be assessed at regular stages to determine your suitability to continue on the course.

Assessment for a doctorate is by the presentation of a 60,000 word thesis or portfolio that is examined by viva voce.

Entry Requirements

To apply for this course, you must have:

• an Honours degree or equivalent and a Master’s Degree
• at least three years’ experience as a practitioner in Education

The fees for this course are:

The University reserves the right to increase course fees annually in line with inflation linked to the Retail Price Index (RPI). If the University intends to increase your course fees it will notify you via email of this as soon as reasonably practicable.

Course fees do not include additional costs such as books, equipment, writing up fees and other ancillary charges. Where applicable, these additional costs will be made clear.

Applicants must also pay a £300 non-refundable Registration Fee.

Fees are invoiced for in September, at the beginning of the course, and can be paid in termly instalments or annually. Termly instalments can be arranged directly with the Finance department upon receipt of the invoice.

How To Apply

Please use the ‘Apply’ button at the bottom of this page; or contact The Faculty of Education on +44 (0)1280 820222 or email: [email protected] .

Applicants are required to complete an application form (available via the ‘Apply’ button above) and to provide a doctoral research proposal. On application, you will receive a form to be completed. This requires you to consider:

• your initial intended working title
• the focus (topic) of your research and/or evidence (e.g. leadership, curriculum development, etc.)
• how you feel that this topic may potentially make a unique contribution to knowledge
• an introduction to existing literature reflecting your focus
• how at this point you think you will carry out the work
• the impact you feel this could have on educational practice
• your motivations for carrying out this work at this time and an introduction to your own educational context.

Your application will be assessed against a number of different criteria. These include:

• the suitability of your topic as one that has the ability to be developed at this level
• your ability to communicate effectively in English
• the way in which your area of interest relates to your own professional experience and background
• your academic record to date.

If you do not submit the application as requested and/or it is not within the word count parameters set out your application may be returned. Applications will close in July 2025 and if your application is considered to be suitable at this stage you will be called for interview by early August. Applications may be returned for revision. Applicants should have a focus linked to their professional remit and provide evidence that significantly contributes to the application of knowledge that is relevant locally, nationally and internationally.

Before being able to join us, you will need to supply:

• copy of your degree certificate
• copy of your Masters certificate
• copy of your passport photo page (and visa/work permit where necessary)
• head and shoulder style photo for your University identity card

Doctor of Education EdD

Most students complete this programme in 7 years part-time.

This course is aimed at experienced educational professionals. It sets out to place you at the leading edge of your professional field.

The EdD is intended for education professionals looking to study on a part-time basis to make substantial and original contributions to the development of educational knowledge in a broad range of settings. The EdD is equivalent in level to the PhD, but differs in offering a broad introduction to doctoral level studies which leads to later specialisation.

It meets the need for the highest levels of professional development and training of educators, and those concerned with educational policy and administration. The prime focus is the interaction between the multi-dimensional practices of education and scholarship.

You'll engage with practitioners and researchers with knowledge, awareness and understanding of the philosophical, organisational, political, social, managerial, interpersonal, and technical dimensions of schools and other educational institutions.

Exploration of the connection between theory and practice begins with four taught units that will develop your capability to perceive critical issues facing educators and policymakers through the lens of contemporary and historical research and philosophy. This broad foundation will allow you to refine your specific interests as you work towards the supervised research thesis that will make an original contribution to your field.

Department of Education

• Programme structure

Most students complete this programme in 7 years. You cannot take less than 3 years to finish your research and the maximum time you are allowed is normally 8 years.

You will start this programme with one of the advertised units, either during our on-campus June/July Summer School or our January Winter School with units being offered on a directed learning basis.

Occasionally we make changes to our programmes in response to, for example, feedback from students, developments in research and the field of studies, and the requirements of accrediting bodies. You will be advised of any significant changes to the advertised programme, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.

Your academic progress and general welfare will be monitored by your supervisor.

Academic milestones

• Registration
• Taught phase
• Candidature
• Give notice of intention to submit a thesis / portfolio
• Submission for examination
• Examination (Viva Voce)
• Examiners report
• Final submission of thesis / portfolio
• Programme content
• Doctoral skills online
• Research project
• Supervisory team

Taught content

You are required to complete four units (two compulsory and two optional) before moving onto the Research Enquiry (thesis) stage. You must obtain at least two Merit grades and two Pass grades to progress.

You must normally complete the unit stage of the programme within five years.

Core units:

• Educational Research: philosophy and practice
• Educational Policy: theory and practice

Optional units:

• Educational management, leadership and administration
• International education: philosophy and practice
• Language, culture and education
• Learning, pedagogy and diversity
• Pilot Research Enquiry*
• Reading paper *

*If your background and experience is appropriate, and at the discretion of the Director of Studies, your fourth unit may be a reading paper or a pilot research enquiry. In this unit you would work under the supervision of an individual tutor, on a previously agreed education-related topic.

Research content

Units can be undertaken through our on-campus Summer School and via directed learning. Each unit is led by a specialist tutor and is based on approximately 360 notional study hours, including a combination of tutor time and independent study, and leading to an 8,000 word assignment.

You are assigned an individual tutor to support you in the process of writing your assignment.

In the thesis phase, a supervisor and co-supervisor will be responsible for giving you advice and support, and monitoring your progress.

We encourage you to take your first unit at Summer School.

The Summer School normally runs for two weeks from late June or the beginning of July. Different units are offered each week. Two or three units are also usually offered in January.

Professional Development

Professional development is a crucial element of doctoral study, not only in supporting your research but also as part of your longer term career development. Our DoctoralSkills workshops and courses will help you build your skills and help you succeed in your doctorate.

Read more about professional development support

Assessment methods

Assessment description.

Units will normally be assessed through one assignment of 8,000 words.

Your thesis will be assessed through a viva voce examination by an internal examiner who is a member of staff (not your supervisor) and by an external examiner specifically appointed to examine your thesis. The thesis must provide evidence of originality of mind and critical judgement about your chosen aspect of education, and must contain material which is worthy of publication.

We expect part-time EdD students to undertake at least 5 days skills training per year.

There are a range of workshops and courses available from our DoctoralSkills catalogue which can help you develop skills, and are mapped against the UK national Researcher Development Framework. Other opportunities for skills training may come from employment-related training or external conference or workshop attendance.

• Entry requirements

Academic requirements

• First or 2:1 Honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate subject, from a recognised university.
• Advanced qualification (MEd, MA or MPhil) in Education or a related field. The successful completion with high grades of two University of Bath MA Education units will also be considered.

Professional requirements

Appropriate professional experience in the practice of education or a related field.

English Language requirements

You will normally need one of the following:

• IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 6.5 in all components
• The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 62 in any element
• TOEFL IBT: 100 overall with a minimum 24 in all 4 components

You will need to get your English language qualification within 24 months prior to starting your course.

If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level.

Two references are required. At least one of these should be an academic reference.

• Fees and funding

Fees and funding information for Doctor of Education EdD

Your tuition fees and how you pay them will depend on whether you are a Home or Overseas student.

Learn how we decide fee status

Tuition fees are liable to increase annually for all University of Bath students. If you aren't paying your fees in British pounds, you should also budget for possible fluctuations in your own currency.

Find out more about student fees

Extra costs

Though you will need to be categorised as having either Home or Overseas status, this will not affect the fees you will pay: all EdD students pay the same fees, regardless of status.

Fees must be paid in advance of tuition. Payment is made up of Unit Fees and a separate fee for the thesis. Fees are payable on a per-unit basis and in instalments for the thesis.

If you participate in a unit offered on campus at Summer School, or travel to Bath to meet your supervisor and/or use the Library, and/or travel to Bath for your final viva voce examination, you will need to meet all travel, accommodation, visa, and other costs yourself. You will also need to provide your own IT equipment and cover other miscellaneous costs associated with studying.

Payment options

You can pay your tuition fees by Direct Debit, debit card, credit card or bank transfer.

Paying your tuition fees

• Application information
• Programme title Doctor of Education EdD
• Final award EdD
• Mode of study Part-time
• Course code RHED-APD05
• Department Department of Education
• Location University of Bath Claverton Down, Bath BA2 7AY

Wednesday 30 April 2025 for a Wednesday 25 June 2025 start.

• Regulator The Office for Students (OfS)

Immigration requirements

If you are an international student, you can find out more about the visa requirements for studying in the UK .

For additional support please contact the Student Immigration Service for matters related to student visas and immigration.

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Introduction

Gain a professional doctorate whilst working and transform your professional practice through robust, rigorous research. Our programme provides a solid foundation for undertaking a practice-focused doctoral research study.

Study Information

At a glance.

The Professional Doctorate of Education (EdD) is a distinctive two-part programme that offers you the opportunity to develop your capacity as a reflexive researcher before moving on to complete your own original doctoral thesis.

The programme is ideal for anyone working in any part of the education sector (school, university, museum) as well as anyone working in education-related services or disciplines such as health and social care. A professional doctorate is a great way to develop your expertise in a particular area of your practice and can enhance your employability.

Our EdD combines taught and research-based learning. Part One, taught over Years 1 and 2, includes four core courses (see below), each designed to help your advance your understanding of your own practice and of research. Part Two, across years 3-6, is focused on developing your own original doctoral-level research. This element is facilitated through a co-constructive approach with a supervisory team with expertise in your specific area.

This programme structure is ideal for you if you are returning to academic study after some time or are interested in thinking through some different research options before committing to a doctoral topic for your thesis.

Our Doctor of Education (EdD) can be studied completely online. So you can be working and living anywhere in the World and work with us at the University of Aberdeen.

Study days in October and February introduce the core learning for each module. These study days are offered in-person or online, although students are strongly encouraged to attend in person. These allow you to connect and collaborate with other doctoral students and academics.

Frequently asked questions

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What You'll Study

Compulsory courses.

Stage 1 Module 1: Identifying and Articulating Issues in Professional Practice (Credits: 45)

This module will help you begin your research journey through a series of critical reflections on your professional biography to identify and articulate particular issues in your professional practice.

Module 2: Contextualising Issues in Professional Practice (Credits: 45)

In this module, you will identify the links between a researchable professional issue and its wider contexts. This could include sociological, historical/temporal, geographic/spatial and policy/institutional dimensions of context.

Module 3: Researching Issues in Professional Practice (Credits: 45)

In this module, you will engage with the epistemological, theoretical, practical and ethical decisions and dilemmas that are part of designing any research study. You will consider these issues as you move from a researchable professional issue to a feasible and defensible research design.

Module 4: Analysing and impacting Issues in Professional Practice (Credits: 45)

This module will support you in conducting the analysis of research data and ensuring that your research has some impact on professional practice, or on perceptions of professional practice, in your field. This module has a dual focus, the first is on your capacity to make sense of and interpret research data. In doing so you will consider different ways in which data might be analysed in order to derive meaning and generate new knowledge. The second focus is designed to support you in ensuring that your doctoral research positively impacts in some way on the conduct or understanding of the professional practice.

Stage 2 Doctoral Thesis (Credits: 360)

Your doctoral thesis is an individual piece of original research. You will conduct this under the supervision of a team of academic staff members. The thesis will demonstrate your ability to undertake and complete coherent pieces of research which would merit publication. The thesis will be approximately 50,000 words and examined as a written text and orally through a viva.

We will endeavour to make all course options available. However, these may be subject to change - see our Student Terms and Conditions page .

Please refer to our Tuition Fees page for fee information for this programme, or contact [email protected] .

Fee Information

Additional fee information.

• In exceptional circumstances there may be additional fees associated with specialist courses, for example field trips. Any additional fees for a course can be found in our Catalogue of Courses .
• For more information about tuition fees for this programme, including payment plans and our refund policy, please visit our Tuition Fees page .

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More information about fee status, living costs, and work allowances for international students is available here .

Scholarships

Self-funded international students enrolling on postgraduate taught (PGT) programmes will receive one of our Aberdeen Global Scholarships, ranging from £3,000 to £8,000, depending on your domicile country. Learn more about the Aberdeen Global Scholarships here .

To see our full range of scholarships, visit our Funding Database .

Related Programmes

You may also be interested in the following related postgraduate degree programmes.

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Why Study Professional Doctorate of Education?

• Undertake doctoral-level studies focused on the context of your specialism. 
• Develop new knowledge or applications to impact your professional practice.
• Received support and guidance from experienced educational professionals. 
• Flexibility to study anywhere in the world. 

Interested in this programme?

Entry requirements, qualifications.

The information below is provided as a guide only and does not guarantee entry to the University of Aberdeen.

Good honours degree (normally 2.1 at least) or MEd (or equivalent) or MRes (or equivalent) and a minimum of 3 years relevant educational professional experience.

Please enter your country to view country-specific entry requirements.

English Language Requirements

To study for a Postgraduate Taught degree at the University of Aberdeen it is essential that you can speak, understand, read, and write English fluently. The minimum requirements for this degree are as follows:

IELTS Academic:

OVERALL - 6.5 with: Listening - 5.5; Reading - 5.5; Speaking - 5.5; Writing - 6.0

OVERALL - 90 with: Listening - 17; Reading - 18; Speaking - 20; Writing - 21

PTE Academic:

OVERALL - 62 with: Listening - 59; Reading - 59; Speaking - 59; Writing - 59

Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency:

OVERALL - 176 with: Listening - 162; Reading - 162; Speaking - 162; Writing - 169

Read more about specific English Language requirements here .

Document Requirements

You will be required to supply the following documentation with your application as proof you meet the entry requirements of this degree programme. If you have not yet completed your current programme of study, then you can still apply and you can provide your Degree Certificate at a later date.

Additional details for international applicants, including country-specific information, are available here .

Aberdeen Global Scholarship

Eligible self-funded postgraduate taught (PGT) students will receive the Aberdeen Global Scholarship. Explore our Global Scholarships, including eligibility details, on our dedicated page.

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