Doctoral Programme in Equity and Innovation in Education

The Universidade de Santiago de Compostela offers a Doctorate in Equity and Innovation in Education. This programme focuses on research and innovation in educational programmes, actions, resources, and policies. The goal is to achieve equality in education. Students will gain skills for research and innovation in educational change. The programme is taught in Spanish and Galician.

This is an in-person doctorate programme. It is part of the Social and Legal Sciences branch. The duration is 4 academic years. The programme is coordinated by Rita Gradaille Pernas. The contact email is pd.equidade [at] usc.es.

Admission requires a relevant master's degree. Applicants with master's degrees in Educational Science are preferred. Other master's degrees or 60 ECTS postgraduate credits may be considered. Research competence or equivalent qualifications are also accepted. The Academic Committee reviews applications case-by-case. Priority is given to candidates with a background in Education.

Admission criteria include previous degrees, academic transcripts, and research or professional experience. Scholarships and publications related to the programme's subject matter also count. Other academic merits may be considered. The Academic Committee may arrange an interview.

The Universidade de Santiago de Compostela is located in Spain. It is a public university. The university offers undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degrees. It also provides its own studies and courses. The institution has a virtual campus and a virtual secretariat for students.

The university supports 299 research groups. It has a network of research infrastructure. Qualified staff also support these research efforts. The university aims to be inclusive and accessible. It offers support for students with disabilities and special educational needs. This helps remove barriers to student participation.

The university provides various services to its community. These include libraries, residences, and cultural activities. It also has services for employment and career orientation. The university has a strong focus on research and development.