PhD Higher Education: Research, Evaluation and Enhancement (by thesis and coursework) at Lancaster University

Programme overview

Gain deeper insight into your professional practice, learn to become an autonomous researcher, and study in a stimulating virtual environment as you tackle key Higher Education issues. Our distinctive PhD programme draws you into a strong research culture and provides the environment for you to establish your reputation as a skilled and published HE researcher. Undertaken entirely online over a minimum of four years, the programme typically attracts a dynamic group of international PhD students.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences | Department: School of Social Sciences | Duration: Part time 4 - 7 years | Study mode: part-time | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

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Application information

Entry requirements

Academic requirements: A good Honours degree (UK or equivalent) and usually a Master's degree which demonstrates evidence of the ability to conduct independent research. We may also consider non-standard applicants, please contact us for information. Additional requirements: You must be employed (in any capacity) in a higher education institution, or in an organisation directly and mainly associated with higher education. English language requirements: We require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 6.0 in reading and writing and 5.5 in speaking and listening.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Home fee for 2026/27 (UK Research Councils standard fee level, full-time); the following year's fee is not yet set Source

Duration: Part time 4 - 7 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/applying-for-postgraduate-study/

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