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education PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 711 education PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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The development of young children’s understanding of multi-digit numbers (Ref: LN/JB-SF1/2026)

Once children have become proficient in using small numbers, they are faced with new challenges as soon as numbers get bigger. One of these challenges concerns the place-value structure of multi-digit numbers. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Bahnmüller
 7 January 2027  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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A relationship-based approach to nurturing the mental health of young children and their families in the Early Years

Over recent years, the decline in children’s mental health has become increasingly obvious and deeply concerning. This reflects a national trend and a mounting anxiety about the wellbeing of those who educate and care for our children. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr E Laurence, Dr C Solvason
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Exploring the pupil-teacher relationship in policy, popular discourse and teacher conceptualisations

The pupil-teacher relationship is known to be an influential force in the school experience (Looker & Kington, 2020; Looker et al, 2023; Whittaker, 2024). Read more
 Supervisors: Prof A Kington, Dr DPF Whittaker, Dr BL Looker
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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The role of student social capital in opportunity gaps and awarding gaps in healthcare education

Social capital in educational settings often refers to the network of relationships and shared norms between groups of students which can lead to positive educational outcomes. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof R Stack, Prof SN Nicholson
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Review of the literature of simulation-based learning to enhance application of theory to practice in occupational therapy (HHS-2026-32)

This MSc research fee waiver project is funded by the University of Huddersfield, and we are seeking to attract a candidate with an interest in developing their research skills and knowledge and contribute too the knowledge base around simulation-based learning in occupational therapy. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr V Barry
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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No Masking Required: Subcultural spaces, reduced social demand, and autistic belonging

Sheffield Institute of Education. Sheffield Institute of Education (SIoE) is a national centre of education, recognised for excellence and innovation in teaching and learning. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Connolly
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Home Automation and Dementia Care

Home Automation technologies have evolved significantly in recent years to incorporate all aspects of modern living from climate control, lighting, security, safety monitoring, entertainment and energy conservation. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr C Bowers, Dr S Evans
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Fully Funded PhD Positions in Educational & Social Innovation for Rural Transformation

Do you want your research to improve education, enhance rural livelihoods, and shape sustainable and resilient social systems?. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  India PhD Programme
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A Critical Sociological Analysis of AI in Physical Education

We are looking for highly motivated and dedicated PhD candidates who are interested in exploring AI and Physical Education. As a candidate, you will have the opportunity to conduct a PhD project in the fields of Sports Pedagogy and Physical Education, and contribute to the body of literature in these areas. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y J Kim
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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A mixed-methods exploration of the relationship between public stigmatisation of Tourette’s and teachers’ perspectives of Tourette’s

Tourette’s Syndrome is a neuropsychiatric disorder involving involuntary multiple motor or phonic tics (Cavanna et al, 2009). It is often associated with swearing, but this facet – known as coprolalia – is estimated to be present in only 10% of Tourettic people (Tourette’s Action, 2025). . Read more
 Supervisors: Prof A Kington, Dr DPF Whittaker
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Growing Futures: Co-Designing Nature-Based Pathways to Wellbeing, Environmental Stewardship and Sustainable Employability for Young Adults

  Research Group: Collaboratory Research Hub
About the project. Young adulthood is a key transition into further education, training and employment. For many young people, particularly those facing disadvantage or non-linear educational and employment journeys, traditional approaches do not offer the flexibility, support or opportunities they need to thrive. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Burns, Dr M Elagroudy, Ms C Jones, Mr A Gray
 29 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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School Leaders' Decision-Making in Complex Organisations

The proposed project will focus on the complex decision-making which school leaders and leadership teams undertake in their roles and the implications of this for professional development. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof A Kington, Dr M Stephenson
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Personalised Learning and Academic Performance in Higher Education: A Mixed-Methods Study

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the educational landscape by enabling data-driven decision-making, adaptive learning systems, and personalised support for students. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr WD Demeke
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees from the Royal Northern College of Music, including pathways in Performance, Composition, Musicology, Music Psychology, and Music Education

The RNCM offers the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Degrees are awarded by Manchester Metropolitan University for a collaborative programme of research, undertaken and supervised at RNCM. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Arts Research Programme
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AI4Ed: Multi-Agent Systems for Collaborative Human–AI Writing and Feedback (S3.5-COM-Yuan)

A fully funded PhD opportunity to participate in the world-leading research undertaken by the EPSRC Doctoral Landscape Award at the University of Sheffield. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr Z Yuan, Dr B Peng
 13 January 2027  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)