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Redefine your future in education with Georgia’s first English-language doctoral program in Education Sciences

Program Overview

The Doctor of Education Sciences program offered by East European University is the first English-language doctoral program in Georgia. It is designed to develop leading researchers, education reformers, and higher education professionals. The program is academically supported by Middlesex University (UK) and draws from best practices of international institutions including Harvard University and Texas A&M University.

This three-year accredited program offers students global academic exposure, access to world-class faculty, and opportunities to engage in education policy, pedagogy, and institutional reform at the highest level.

Program Details

●      Degree Awarded: Doctor of Education Sciences

●      Duration: 3 years (Minimum)

●      Language of Instruction: English

●      Annual Tuition Fee: 5000 USD

●      Program Status: Accredited

Program Leadership

●      Paul Gibbs – EEU Professor; Director of the Center for the Development of Doctoral and Higher Education Research; Founder of the Center for Education Research and Scholarships, University of Middlesex; Researcher, New College Oxford; Invited Professor, University of Cambridge.

●      Shalva Tabatadze – Affiliated Associate Professor, EEU; Winner of the CIES Award for Outstanding Contribution to Education Reform; Education Policy Expert with institutions such as the Council of Europe, CIPDD, and UNAG.

Why Choose This Program?

●      First English-language doctoral program in Education Sciences in Georgia

●      Academic and visiting faculty from the UK, France, Italy, Spain, Cyprus, Austria, and other leading European countries

●      Curriculum based on international labor market trends and modeled on doctoral programs at institutions like Harvard and Texas A&M

●      Flexibility to focus research on pre-school, general (school), or higher education

●      Access to teaching materials and modules from Middlesex University’s Department of Education

●      Participation in international public lectures, seasonal schools, seminars, and research workshops

Admission Requirements

To qualify for admission, candidates must:

●      Hold a Master’s degree or an equivalent academic qualification

●      Demonstrate research ability through:

○      Publications in the field

○      Participation in scientific-research projects

○      At least 2 years of relevant work experience

●      Pass university internal examinations, including:

○      English language proficiency (unless exempted via international certification or prior degree in English within the last 2 years)

○      Interview with the field commission

Accepted international English certificates at C1 level include TOEFL, IELTS, CAE, and CERTUS.

Study Plan

Mandatory Academic Courses (35 ECTS)

Elective Academic Courses (Choose Any 2 for 10 ECTS)

• Pre-school Education Direction
• General Education Direction
• Higher Education Direction

Note: Elective courses can be substituted with academic modules from accredited Georgian or international institutions in accordance with recognition rules.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the program are equipped to pursue roles such as:

●      Policy Makers and Education Reform Specialists

●      University Faculty and Academic Researchers

●      Curriculum Designers and Evaluation Experts

●      Senior Administrators in Education Ministries and NGOs

●      Education Consultants for international agencies

Take the Next Step

Apply through the Bridgetown platform to join Georgia’s pioneering doctoral program in Education Sciences. Build your expertise in a truly international academic setting and contribute to transforming the future of education.