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DProf - Doctor of Professional Studies
Online Learning
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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DProf - Doctor of Professional Studies
Online Learning
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
DProf - Doctor of Professional Studies
Online Learning
Full Time
MAR-26
3 Years
DProf - Doctor of Professional Studies
Online Learning
Part Time
SEP-25
7 Years
DProf - Doctor of Professional Studies
Online Learning
Part Time
MAR-26
7 Years
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Our Professional Doctorate in Elite Performance (DProf) provides an opportunity for those working in performance related roles to complete a PhD equivalent programme of study focused on career-based needs and aspirations.
This is an exciting and original initiative, capable of providing a high level, vocationally focused award to a broad range of professionals working in high performance domains. Applications are especially welcome from those working in sports coaching, sports science, strength and conditioning, psychologists, analysis, medical practitioners, the military, police, and fire and rescue.
Study is designed specifically around students professional work, with the aim of enhancing professional practice or progression in their chosen performance environment.
At the outset of this course youll formulate a detailed personal development plan (PDP) which will outline what you want to achieve on this course and how youll be able to apply what you learn to your professional environment and the world of elite performance.
Youll explore the factors which affect and enable elite performance and equip yourself with the skills, knowledge and techniques needed to undertake research projects within your professional field which will contribute to advancements in understanding and practice.
Youll engage in a process of reflective development which will enable you to enhance your own professional practice and performance. The approach taken in the programme reflects current thinking on this type of award, being more a matter of guidance and mentoring than a simple knowledge transfer process.
Why study with us
An innovative, flexible and original course, designed specifically for working professionals, which has a strong national and international reputation.
A course taught by staff with extensive professional and research experience.
Supports student progress and practice by challenging perceptions and beliefs, answering questions, solving problems and driving innovations that will shape future professional practice.
Provide evidence of the intellectual capacity for study, through for example:
Holding an approved undergraduate degree in a subject relevant to the proposed performance domain
Evidence for having undertaken or holding an equivalent and relevant professional qualification
Demonstrate the generation of professional development materials or other knowledge transfer resources
You should provide evidence of a significant experiential profile in the performance domain, through for example:
Holding a position or role in the promotion of elite performance for at least five years
An appointment or professional position in the domain held for at least three years
Professional qualifications in the domain at the highest level
You should provide evidence of the capacity to develop and deploy a significant contribution to the performance domain, through for example:
A supporting reference from a high ranking official within the performance domain
Students living in
Domestic
£5,800 per year
Students from Domestic
£5,800 (Years 1 - 4), £1,300 per year thereafter
£5,800 per year
Students from EU
£5,800 (Years 1 - 4), £1,300 per year thereafter
£5,800 per year
Students from International
£5,800 (Years 1 - 4), £1,300 per year thereafter
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