PhD in Education

Talk one-to-one with a Education PhD mentor about admission, funding, your research proposal, the PhD journey and what comes after.

About ScholarsColab: ScholarsColab is a research mentorship platform by Vidhilekha Soft Solutions Pvt Ltd, recognised as a startup by DPIIT, Government of India.

A PhD in Education is a research doctorate in which you produce original work under expert supervision. Whether you are deciding if it is right for you, comparing options, or already part-way through, many questions are easier to answer with someone who has done it. On ScholarsColab you can book a one-to-one online session with a Education PhD mentor and talk through anything, from admission and funding to your research proposal and career plans.

Education PhD Mentors

Expert Photo

nurchu shirisha

🏢 Workshop facilator
✔ Verified Mentor
STEM Education
Expert Photo

Dr Manohar B S

🏢 JSS Academy of Technical Education, Bengaluru
✔ Verified Mentor
Power System, RES Integration, ANFIS
Expert Photo

ADONAI

🏢 CIWA, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
✔ Verified Mentor
Mass Communication/ Education/ Psychology
Expert Photo

Ab Latif Wani

🏢 Independent Researcher/Higher Education Department,Jammu and Kashmir
✔ Verified Mentor
Biological Sciences, Public Health, Nutrition, Toxicology, Epidemiology, Genetics
Expert Photo

Dr. Aascharya Srivastav

🏢 Tridifa Consulting LLP
✔ Verified Mentor
Core Research Areas Food & Nutrition Science Public Health Nutrition Functional Foods & Food Innovation Plant-Based Food Systems Food Product Development Food Processing & Nutritional Quality Nutrition & Health Research Development & Social Research Public Health & Community Health Nutrition Programmes Social & Market Research Baseline, Midline & Endline Studies Impact Assessment & Evaluation Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Needs Assessment Behaviour Change & SBCC Livelihoods & Rural Development Education & Digital Literacy Gender & Social Development CSR & Consulting CSR Strategy & Advisory CSR Programme Design CSR Impact Assessment Social Impact Measurement Stakeholder & Needs Assessment Programme Monitoring Theory of Change & Logical Frameworks Social Return on Investment (SROI) Research & Knowledge Research Design Quantitative & Qualitative Research Survey Design Data Analysis Evidence Synthesis Technical Report Writing Policy & Programme Research Grant & Proposal Development Knowledge Management Documentation & MIS
Expert Photo

Dr Salisu Tukur

🏢 Shehu Shagari College of education Sokoto
✔ Verified Mentor
Education: Curriculum and Instructions, Philosophy of Education, Primary Education,Literacy Skills, and Early Grade Reading
Expert Photo

Ikechukwu

🏢 Data Analysis
✔ Verified Mentor
Business and Education
Expert Photo

Imran Surti

🏢 Campus Director, Model Education Trust, Surat
✔ Verified Mentor
English Language and Literature
Expert Photo

Joshua Enemako Aikoye

🏢 Education
✔ Verified Mentor
Psychometrics

Showing 9 of 51 experts

Browse All Education Experts →
See all Education mentors →

Who Are the Education Mentors?

Every mentor on ScholarsColab already holds a PhD and works at a university or college, so they have been through admission, research, publishing and the PhD journey themselves, and now guide students through it. You can check each mentor's publications and where they were published on their individual profile on ScholarsColab before you book.

  • PhD-qualifiedEvery mentor has completed a doctorate.
  • University and college facultyThey teach, supervise and research at universities and colleges.
  • Proven publication recordTheir published work is listed on their profile, so you can judge its quality yourself.

Research Areas of Our Education Mentors

16 of our Education mentors have their Google Scholar publications on ScholarsColab. Together they have published 502 papers between 2004 and 2026, cited 5,361 times in total according to Google Scholar. Their work returns again and again to Higher Education, Blended Learning and Secondary Schools.

16mentors with publication data
502publications
5,361citations
2026latest paper

Recurring research themes

  • Higher Education14 papers · 5 mentors
  • Blended Learning12 papers · 3 mentors
  • Secondary Schools8 papers · 4 mentors
  • 21st Century10 papers · 3 mentors
  • School Students7 papers · 6 mentors
  • Century Skills5 papers · 3 mentors

Recent publications by our Education mentors

  • Constructivism in theory and practice: implications for classroom pedagogyJournal of Advanced Education and Sciences · 2026 · Satish Chand
  • Chitosan-based nanocomposite membranes for dye removal via membrane filtration: A reviewInternational Journal of Biological Macromolecules · 2026 · Mohan
  • Exploring AI competency in Chinese undergraduates through the UNESCO frameworkActa Psychologica · 2026 · Xiaoshu Xu
  • How COVID-19 Influences Chinese Higher Education Leadership Effectiveness and Countermeasures: A Case Study in Yunnan ProvinceInternational Journal of Educational Reform · 2026 · Xiaoshu Xu
  • Beyond Points and Badges: Gamification as a Strategic Innovation in Language EducationPreprints · 2026 · Prof. Edgar R. Eslit
  • Teachers’ knowledge and practices in systematic Phonics instruction in Fiji’s lower primary classroomsThe Australian Educational Researcher · 2026 · Satish Chand
  • Sentiment analysis of pre-service teachers’ issues and concerns during internshipIndonesian Journal of Education and Pedagogy · 2026 · Las Johansen Caluza
  • Image Cryptography Enhancement of the Arnold Cat Map Algorithm Using Long Short-Term Memory Generated SequenceJournal of Innovative Image Processing · 2026 · Las Johansen Caluza

Possible PhD research directions

Based on what our Education mentors have published, a PhD in Education with their guidance could explore:

  • Higher Education, especially where it meets 21st century
  • Blended Learning, especially where it meets higher education
  • Secondary Schools
  • 21st Century, especially where it meets century skills

These directions are drawn from published work and are a starting point, not fixed topics. Discuss which fits your interests in a first meeting with a mentor. Source: mentors' Google Scholar profiles on ScholarsColab, updated October 2026.

What You Can Discuss With a Education PhD Mentor

  • Whether a PhD in Education fits your goals, and how it compares with other doctorate options
  • Shortlisting Education PhD programs and judging which ones are the best fit for you
  • Online and part-time Education doctorate options, and what to check before enrolling
  • Funding options: scholarships, fellowships and assistantships
  • Choosing a research topic and writing your research proposal
  • Approaching supervisors and preparing for PhD interviews
  • Managing the PhD journey: milestones, publications and staying on track
  • Careers after a PhD in Education: academia, industry and research roles

Education Specialisations

Popular specialisations within Education. Select one to search for mentors who work in it.

How Mentoring Works

Four simple steps, from choosing your mentor to talking it all through.

  1. Step 1

    Choose a mentor

    Browse Education PhD mentors and compare their profiles and publications.

  2. Step 2

    Book a time

    Pick a slot that suits you from the mentor's calendar.

  3. Step 3

    Start with a short call

    A 10-minute first meeting to see if the mentor is right for you.

  4. Step 4

    Book a longer session

    Schedule a full one-to-one online meeting for all your questions.

Talk to a Education PhD Mentor

Choose a mentor, book a time that suits you, and get clear answers in a one-to-one online session.

Find a Education Mentor
Check meeting price
₹299 INR
Initial 10-minute meeting

Use this short first call to explain your questions and see whether the mentor is the right fit. If it helps, you can then book and schedule a longer meeting with the same mentor.

Choose a Education mentor

Related Fields

Browse PhD mentors in all fields →

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the Education PhD mentors on ScholarsColab?

Every Education mentor holds a PhD and works at a university or college, with a track record of published research. You can check each mentor's publications, and where they were published, on their profile on ScholarsColab before you book.

What can I discuss with a Education PhD mentor?

Anything about your PhD journey: whether to do a PhD, choosing programs and supervisors, funding, your research proposal, applications and interviews, managing your research, and careers after the PhD.

Can I do a PhD in Education online?

Some universities offer online or part-time doctorates in Education. Quality and recognition vary by country and institution, so check accreditation and how employers or regulators in your country treat the degree. A mentor can help you compare options before you enrol.

Is a doctorate in Education the same as a PhD?

A PhD is a research doctorate. Some fields also offer professional doctorates that focus on applying research in practice. Both lead to the title Doctor; which suits you depends on your career goals. A Education mentor can explain the difference for your situation.

How much does a meeting cost?

You start with an initial 10-minute meeting for ₹299 (INR). It lets you explain your questions and decide whether the mentor is right for you. If it is, you can book and schedule a longer meeting with the same mentor.