Doctorate in Health and Social Care Practice
University of Derby
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DHC - Doctorate inHealthcare

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SEP-26

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4 Years

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DHC - Doctorate inHealthcare

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The Doctor in Health and Social Care Practice (DPrac) online programme is ideal for registered health professionals working across a wide variety of health and social care environments (hospital, community, primary care, government, national organisations). You will: focus on a major independent study which will help you develop professionally and personally in your working role gain high-calibre research skills to generate new insights for the benefit of your own organisation and the health ...Read more

The Doctor in Health and Social Care Practice (DPrac) online programme is ideal for registered health professionals working across a wide variety of health and social care environments (hospital, community, primary care, government, national organisations). You will: focus on a major independent study which will help you develop professionally and personally in your working role gain high-calibre research skills to generate new insights for the benefit of your own organisation and the health and social care community at large learn from academic staff who are active in the health and social care sectors and in research take a structured approach to studying at doctoral level, supported at every stage by an academic team who have a breadth and depth of knowledge around health and social care fit your studies around your personal commitments: we offer a flexible route to complete a doctoral award, with a minimum registration period of four years, to a maximum of eight study from anywhere in the world and study alongside other students from across the globe if you’re a working professional committed to extending your understanding and improving your practice, the Doctor in Health and Social Care Practice is an excellent choice.

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48/279
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Reem
14 Dec 25

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Stacey
13 Dec 25

The Applied Social Work course is varied and detailed. I have learned so much already in my three months of studying here. All of the Social Work tutors are amazing. They work..Read more

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Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a Masters degree or other postgraduate qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant academic field. They should also be registered or accredited as a health professional with the regulatory organisation relevant to their area of practice.

Tuition fees

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£3,300 per year

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£3,300 per year

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£3,300 per year

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Reem
14 Dec 25
Health and Social Care - BA (Hons)
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Stacey
13 Dec 25
Applied Social Work - BA (Hons)
The Applied Social Work course is varied and detailed. I have learned so much already in my three months of studying here. All of the Social Work tutors are amazing. They work...
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University of Derby
Kedleston Road Derby Derbyshire DE22 1GB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Peartree  1.8 miles away

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