Research

The School of Education offers a wide range of research expertise to the community, building on existing understandings of learning and providing innovative solutions to contemporary problems. 

We have over 100 students doing research at masters or higher level engaging in some of the most challenging issues of our time. We offer exciting opportunities for researchers at Masters and PhD levels. Our research degrees are open to students from a broad range of backgrounds. If you are interested in education, consider furthering your research career with us. We are looking for new PhD students in several of our research areas.

Our research hubs

Digital Learning and Society Hub

This research hub focuses on the pedagogical and social impact of modern educational technology. With new technologies being developed and introduced at ever-increasing pace, such as ChatGPT and VR among many others, research-informed teaching and learning strategies are necessary. This research, supporting the University’s T&L strategies, is supported by current and actively recruited HDR students and post-doctoral positions, attracted by our expertise in digital education and training, as well as by the work of students in our Master-level programs.  

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InclusiveEd Research Hub (IERH): Advancing Equity in Education

Minority groups, including but not limited to individuals with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ communities, racial and ethnic minorities, and those from socioeconomically disadvantaged contexts, continue to face barriers that hinder their educational success. Research suggests this can have a significant impact on their capacity to live healthy, active, and participatory lives post school. The IERH focuses on innovative initiatives aimed at challenging the status quo, with the aim of advancing equity in education for all.

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Other research strengths

Study a PhD in Education

The School of Education offers a wide range of research expertise to the community, building on existing understandings of learning and providing innovative solutions to contemporary problems. We have over 100 students doing research at masters or higher level engaging in some of the most challenging issues of our time.

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