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DProf - Doctor of Professional Studies
Preston Campus 1
Full Time
JAN
3 years
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DProf - Doctor of Professional Studies
Preston Campus 1
Full Time
JAN
3 years
DProf - Doctor of Professional Studies
Preston Campus 1
Part Time
JAN
6 years
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Our doctorate qualification in Clinical Studies is designed to empower healthcare practitioners to drive change and innovation in their workplace by applying cutting-edge research to real-life practice. This qualification is an ideal professional development opportunity if youre a current healthcare practitioner. Youll gain the skills and knowledge required to undertake research in a clinical practice setting, exploring current research techniques and advancing your own understanding of leading theories in clinical practice and how these can be applied in real world settings.The NHS Five Year Forward View aspires to enhance the skills of its entire workforce. This doctorate qualification will empower members of clinical staff who have graduated from the course to create solutions, drive change, innovate and make a difference within their workplace by synthesising cutting-edge ideas, concepts and approaches.As the course progresses youll develop a substantial research project aimed at building knowledge and improving practice in the clinical sector.This course forms a bridge between theoretical research paradigms and real-life experience from the workplace.This course is delivered flexibly through blended learning, including interactive online learning sessions, so you can combine your studies with your professional commitments.You will be supported by academics and clinicians who have a wealth of experience in the healthcare sector.
Applicants should hold at least 2:2 degree in related subject to enter stage one. Students with a relevant Master if science may be able to enter directly into stage 2. Applications from all candidates will be considered on their merits in the light of the nature and scope of the programme and if they have experience.
Students living in
Domestic
£5,000 per year
Students from Domestic
2024/25 fees: £5,000, 2025/26 fees: £5,250
£16,900 per year
Students from EU
2024/25 fees: £16,900, 2025/26 fees: £17,900
£16,900 per year
Students from International
2024/25 fees: £16,900, 2025/26 fees: £17,900
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