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Department of Asian and Policy Studies

Doctor of Education

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Programme Leaflet

Specialised Area: Asian and Policy Studies

The specialised area of Asian and Policy Studies will introduce students the ways of critically analysing policy questions within a broad social, economic and political context, considering contemporary developments in both public and social policy developments in institutional, local, national and global contexts.

Upon completion of programme, students are able to:

  • demonstrate an expert knowledge, understanding and competence in the Specialised Area and in the larger educational context;
  • generate appropriate theoretical frameworks to address, analyse and propose innovative approaches to a broad range of educational issues;
  • develop insights into research trends in the Specialised Area and demonstrate readiness to contribute to the professional literature in that field;
  • effectively communicate concepts and theories within the Specialised Area to an audience of peers both locally and internationally;
  • analyse educational policies, processes or practices from different perspectives critically; and
  • demonstrate a thorough understanding of ethical practices within the Specialised Area.

Programme Structure

To complete the programme, students are required to complete a total of 72 credit points. The programme structure is provided below:

Category Credit Points (cps)
Taught Core Courses Conceptualizing Research 3
Research Methods I 3
Research Methods II 3
2 Specialised Courses*
 Principles of Policy Studies 3
Higher Education in Asia: Policy Approaches and Management 3
2 Elective Courses*
 Organisational Analysis and Behaviour 3
Strategic Communication in Policy Governance and Policy Advocacy 3
Research Seminars 3
Development of Thesis Proposal 6
Thesis 42
Total 72

*2 specialised courses and 2 elective courses are developed for the specialised area – Asian and Policy Studies.

Specialised Courses

  • Principles of Policy Studies
  • Higher Education in Asia: Policy Approaches and Management

Elective Courses

  • Organisational Analysis and Behaviour
  • Strategic Communication in Policy Governance and Policy Advocacy

Admission Requirements

General Requirements
Applicants should normally hold a Master’s degree in the discipline of education or a cognate field to their chosen Specialised Area, plus four years’ professional experience. Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an interview.

English Language Requirements
Applicants are expected to demonstrate a high standard of competence in spoken and written English. Applicants whose entrance qualification is obtained from an institution in a non-English speaking system should normally fulfil one of the following minimum English proficiency requirements:

  • Overall score of IELTS 6.5 with no subtest lower than 6.0; or
  • A TOEFL score of 80 (internet-based test); or
  • Other equivalent qualifications.*

* The College English Test (CET) is not accepted as an equivalent qualification.

APPLICATION & ENQUIRIES

Interested applicants please submit your application via EdUHK Online Application Systems. Prior to your submission, please visit the Graduate School website for detailed application and admission information.

Specialised Area Coordinator

Dr Hu Zhiyong Fox

Email: zyhu@eduhk.hk

Contact

Department of Asian and Policy Studies, The Education University of Hong Kong

Website: https://www.eduhk.hk/aps

Email: aps@eduhk.hk

 

For more details on Doctor of Education, please visit the Graduate School website.

Disclaimers

Course Level

Any aspect of the course (including, without limitation, the content of the Course and the manner in which the Course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University. Without limiting the right of the University to amend the course, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors such as staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements and curriculum changes.

Programme Level

Every effort has been made to ensure that information contained in this website is correct. Changes to any aspects of the programmes may be made from time to time due to unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control and the University reserves the right to make amendments to any information contained in this website without prior notice. The University accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from any use or misuse of or reliance on any information contained in this website.

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