In the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF), 100% of our research impact and environment in Education is classed as world leading or internationally excellent. Our early years education research has influenced education provision and practice in the UK, Ireland, Australia and the USA, and our research on the Curriculum for Excellence (CfE) is influencing government policy around CfE and developing key tools for teachers to use in schools to improve education. As a PhD student, you’ll benefit from all our expertise and conduct your research in a supportive, vibrant environment that helps to develop your research skills and provide a collaborative research environment, so you can make a difference to wider society.
Which department am I in?
Education
Study options
Full Time
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
£21,500.00 (US$ 27,766)
per year
Registration-only fee: £500.
This is a fixed fee
Start date
December 2026
Venue
University of Stirling
University of Stirling,
Stirling,
FK9 4LA, Scotland, United Kingdom
Entry requirements
For international students
An upper second class honours Bachelors degree or higher qualification. For some studentships and programmes of study a suitable masters degree may be specified.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.