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PhD on the Basis of Prior Published Works in Health Professions at University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A part-time route to a PhD for research-active candidates, within the School of Health Professions in the Faculty of Health, who have published or made research available publicly but not previously registered for a higher degree. Candidates submit a collection of works for the award of a PhD.

Faculty: Faculty of Health  |  Department: School of Health Professions  |  Duration: 0-1 year (part-time; maximum 12 months once accepted)  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

After acceptance, candidates prepare a research portfolio demonstrating a systematic study, independent, critical and original powers and a distinct contribution to knowledge, together with an integrative summary of 7,500-15,000 words framing the submission as a single coherent research project. A Director of Studies experienced in the subject advises and assists.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants are considered case by case; the programme is open only to experienced professionals with a proven track record in innovation within the domain. Application is in two phases: an Expression of Interest (abstract of no more than 300 words, list of works, CV of no more than 5 pages) with no fee, then, if a Faculty confirms it has the resources, a full application within three months, for which an application reading fee is payable.

Duration: 0-1 year OR 1 year maximum

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