PhD Education

Course Overview This programme explores two key areas of education research: education policy and educational practices. The first area focuses on understanding the origins, scope, and influence of education policies, considering the historical, cultural, and social contexts in which they emerge. The second area looks at educational practices, school performance, and the development of quality in education, including the integration of new technologies and excellence in teaching practices. Key Research Areas Exploration of the origins and development of education policies, including their historical and social influences Study of educational practices, including teaching methodologies, school management, and the role of new technologies in learning Focus on the impact of education governance on social inclusion and exclusion Research into the relationship between families, childhood, and identity within the educational system Collaboration with schools on research projects related to teaching, learning, and school leadership