PhD Education

Tuition fees for PhD Education are 18,600 GBP per year.

The Sheffield Institute of Education (SIoE) is a prominent hub for educational research, recognized for its substantial contributions to the field, with a significant majority of its research outputs evaluated as world-leading or internationally excellent. This PhD programme is designed for ambitious scholars and experienced practitioners who are eager to conduct independent, supervised investigations into critical global educational issues. By joining this research community, you will engage in systematic, high-level study that culminates in a substantial written thesis.

Research and Collaboration

You will benefit from the interdisciplinary environment offered by the Social and Economic Research Institute (SERI), which provides access to a wealth of resources and expertise. The programme supports research across a diverse array of specialist areas, including:

• Education policy, pedagogy, and practice
• TESOL and language/literacy studies
• Mathematics education and new technologies in the classroom
• Social inclusion, disability, and autism
• Early years education and leadership/management

Whether you aim to advance your career as an educational researcher or apply doctoral-level insights to your professional practice, this degree offers the rigorous training and academic networking necessary to succeed at the highest levels of the sector.

Sheffield Hallam University, established in 1843 and based in Sheffield, is a large modern university serving around 31,000 students, including approximately 3,100 international learners. The university is known for applied teaching, industry-aligned courses and strong professional links across disciplines from business and health to engineering and the creative industries. Students benefit from modern facilities, well-equipped labs and specialist studios tailored to career-focused learning.

The campus ethos emphasizes employability: placements, work-based projects and employer partnerships are embedded across many programs, helping students gain practical experience and build professional networks. Academic staff work closely with industry and regional employers on applied research and innovation, creating pathways into internships and graduate roles. Dedicated student support services assist with academic skills, careers advice and wellbeing.

Sheffield itself is a friendly, affordable student city with good transport links to the north of England and easy access to green spaces and cultural venues. International students often highlight the city’s welcoming community, active student societies and opportunities to balance study with outdoor activities. For those seeking a practical, career-oriented university experience in the UK, Sheffield Hallam offers strong employer engagement, supportive services and an accessible urban lifestyle.