Doctor of Education in Leadership, Curriculum, and Instruction

DBA/EdD/MRes/MPhil/PhD 3 Years On-Campus United States
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About This Programme

The Doctorate of Education in Leadership, Curriculum, and Instruction empowers scholar practitioners to lead and influence education, design and evaluate curriculum, as well as elevate and maximize instructional methodologies. The degree integrates educational principles and leadership theories to inform research, andragogy and pedagogy, and evidence based assessment. It combines primary research with practical experience to produce effective change agents who value diversity as well as equitable practices and policies. Students engage in project based learning with embedded practicum experiences to solve real world problems that foster personal and professional growth. They receive oversight, feedback, and guidance while participating in authentic working conditions.

Career Path

Graduate career paths includes Curriculum Director/Instructional Coordinator, Online Learning Program Director, K12 School Administrator (e.g., Principal, Superintendent), Director of Academic Programs, University Faculty(Education), Education Policy Analyst, Director of Teacher Training and Development, Instructional Designer, Director of Learning and Development, Dean of Instruction or Academic Affairs, Educational Consultant (Curriculum & Leadership), Nonprofit Education Program Director.

Eligibility Requirements
Post Study Work Visa

Graduate student can work up to 20 hours per week and full time during official school breaks and vacations. Post completion Optional Practical Training allows graduates to work for 12 months and STEM graduate are eligible for a 24 month extension.

Admission Requirement

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Westcliff University below;

1. WASSCE Certificate/A-Level

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

5. CV

English Language Requirement

Westcliff University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, evidence of English study within a 12 year education system where English is designated as the primary and official language and the principal language of instruction. For applicants who do not yet meet the English language requirement, there are two pathways to achieve the necessary level:

Pre sessional English Programme; Students may successfully complete a preparatory English programme offered by the university before beginning their academic course. Recognized English Proficiency Tests; Students may submit one of the following minimum scores prior to the start of their program: IELTS: 6.5 overall band score (or equivalent), TOEFL or PTE: Score of 60, Duolingo English Test: Score of 120.

Programme Details
DBA/EdD/MRes/MPhil/PhD Level
3 Years Duration
On-Campus Mode
United States Country
Intakes
January, 2026
July, 2025 → October, 2025
Closed
March, 2026
July, 2025 → December, 2025
Closed
May, 2026
July, 2025 → February, 2026
Closed
June, 2026
September, 2025 → April, 2026
Closed
August, 2026
November, 2025 → June, 2026
Closed
October, 2026
December, 2025 → August, 2026
Closed
January, 2027
July, 2026 → October, 2026
Open
March, 2027
July, 2026 → December, 2026
Open
May, 2027
July, 2026 → February, 2027
Open
June, 2027
September, 2026 → April, 2027
Likely Open
August, 2027
November, 2026 → June, 2027
Likely Open
October, 2027
December, 2026 → August, 2027
Likely Open
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