This course allows students to become both independent researchers and experts in their chosen specific area of Education.
Malaysia
University of Nottingham
PhD
Liberal Arts
In-person
2 Years
US$14,178
N/A
QS World University Rankings: 2022 103, 2023 114, 2024 100, 2025 108, 2026 97, 2027 97
Education MPhil/PhD at the University of Nottingham is a research degree in education that develops advanced independent study within the School of Education. The programme centres on building a strong research proposal, refining methodology, and carrying out original investigation under academic supervision. It is positioned for candidates progressing to doctoral-level work, with the MPhil route offering a shorter research thesis and the PhD route leading to a larger, more original contribution to knowledge.
The learning experience is structured around a staged research journey. Early study focuses on strengthening research design and methods, then moves into data collection, analysis, and sustained engagement with the literature before the final thesis is written and defended. Assessment is based on the thesis and oral examination, with progress reviews built into the programme to support steady development across the degree.
| Curriculum | Required Score |
|---|---|
| PhD | PhD
|
| MPhil | MPhil
|
| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7.0 (with no less than 6.0 in each element) |
| TOEFL (iBT):<brFor tests taken up to January 2026 | 100 (minimum 19 in Writing and Listening, 20 in Reading and 22 in Speaking) |
| TOEFL (iBT):<brFor tests taken from February 2026 | 5.0 (with no less than 4.5 in each element) |
| PTE (Academic) | 76 (with no less than 65 in each element) |
| MUET | Band 5 |
| Details | Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | US$14,178 |
| Year 2 | US$14,178 |
| Estimated total | US$28,356 |
Fee amounts are estimates based on university-published international student fee information available at the time of publication. Actual fees may change by intake and may vary because of exchange rates, taxes, or university updates.
This course allows students to become both independent researchers and experts in their chosen specific area of Education.
Education MPhil/PhD takes 2 years and is delivered in person.
Education MPhil/PhD centres on independent research with academic supervision and formal progress milestones.
For PhD entry, a master’s degree, normally with a merit grade in a relevant discipline, and some experience in research methodology (e.g., postgraduate level. English evidence may include IELTS 7.0.
The estimated international tuition fee is US$14,178 per year.
