The Department of Leadership, Higher & Adult Education (LHAE) offers two types of doctoral degree programs: Doctor of Philosophy and Doctor of Education. Each degree serves a different purpose, depending on your professional and academic goals.
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Deadlines
Applications for the 2027-2028 cycle are now open.
Application deadlines can be located on the Application & Closing Dates Webpage
Fall Virtual Open House
Join us on October 3, 2026, for our OISE Fall Open House to learn more about this program. Register now!
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree programs are intended for those who want to pursue advanced study, original research and theoretical work as well as practical work.
Flex-Time Doctoral Degrees
The flex-time option enables students to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) while working. It's available to professionals whose employment is closely related to their proposed area of study.
Flex-time students are given more time to complete their degree and can take courses on a part-time basis. The program requirements are the same as those for the full-time program.
Doctor of Education (EdD)
Our Doctor of Education (EdD) degree programs are designed for the professional improvement of practitioners:
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership & Policy
International Education Leadership & Policy Field
