Professional Doctorate in Engineering at Liverpool John Moores University

Programme overview

EngD suits candidates who wish to pursue their studies on a part-time basis while holding senior professional or leadership roles, enabling them to achieve the highest level of academic qualification without stepping away from full-time employment. An EngD from LJMU enhances professional credibility and offers globally recognised academic and practical expertise. Candidates are expected to make significant contributions within their organisations, demonstrating the practical application of both new and established theories.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science | Department: School of Engineering and Built Environment | Duration: 6 years | Study mode: part-time | Intake: January (2027/28 entry) | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course is currently undergoing its scheduled programme review, which may impact the advertised modules. Programme review is a standard part of the University’s approach to quality assurance and enhancement, enabling us to ensure that our courses remain up to date and maintain their high standard and relevancy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Alternative qualifications considered: Applicants may only join the programme at the Doctoral level (Level 8) and must have 180 credits at Level 7 from a Masters degree in an appropriate discipline which must have included training in research and the execution of a research project.; Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) will be awarded following confirmation that the learning outcomes of the applicant's Masters. Other international requirements: An English language capability of at least IELTS 6.5 (with 5.5 in each component).

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,240 a year (2027/28). Part-time per year Source

International applicants: GBP 11,400 a year (2027/28). Part-time per year Source

Intake: January (2027/28 entry)

Duration: 6 years

Apply through the official page: https://oaf.ljmu.ac.uk/

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