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Professional Practice Community & Social Care: Policy & Practice, DProf at University of Lancashire

University of Lancashire, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A Doctor of Professional Practice delivered entirely online for social work, care and community professionals who want to develop advanced research skills to influence practice and policy. Study is part-time.

Faculty: School of Health, Social Work and Sport  |  Duration: 5 - 7 years part-time  |  Intake: September 2026, September 2027  |  Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Years 1-2 are taught: Themes and Perspectives in Social Research, Doing Social Research, Developing Research Skills in Social Care, Statistical and Quantitative Analysis in Community Practice, Designing and Planning Your Research Project, and Responding to Contemporary Issues in Social Work and Social Care Practice. Years 3-7 are the doctoral thesis.

Career pathways

Can lead into academia or professional research and advance a career within the professional field.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of two years' professional experience in the chosen field, plus at least a BA/BSc (honours) degree at 2.2 or above or international equivalent. All applicants are interviewed; RP(E)L may be considered. An enhanced DBS check is required. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0, or equivalent (WAEC/WASSCE English grade C6).

Domestic applicants: GBP 2,755 a year (2026/27). Online part-time Source

International applicants: GBP 2,755 a year (2026/27). Online part-time Source

Intake: September, January or March

Duration: 5 - 7 years part-time

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