PhD in Educational Leadership

About this programme

Planned outage: Beginning Nov. 1, you will not be able to access the USask admission application and event registration system for up to six days. Learn more . Discover the University of Saskatchewan's Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership program through a pre-recorded information session . The Educational Leadership program at the University of Saskatchewan supports educators who want to lead positive change in schools, communities, and educational systems. You will deepen your understanding of leadership, policy, and equity‑focused practice to make a meaningful impact across learning environments. Step into a program built for educators who want to inspire transformation. At USask, you’ll grow as a reflective, capable leader ready to support students, colleagues, and communities through meaningful change. The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership supports professionals working to address real-world challenges in education. The program builds leadership capacity and applied research skills for impact across organizations with educational mandates. Delivered over three years through a blend of online and in‑person learning, it is designed for working professionals. Graduates are prepared for advancement in K–12, postsecondary, and social sector roles where evidence‑based leadership is essential. By completion of the program, graduates will demonstrate that they have the capacities to: Over the course of three years, students will join a cohort of peers through 10 courses while designing and conducting research into a problem of practice.