Elite Performance MProf
University of Central Lancashire
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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 ...Read more

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 your professional work, with the aim of enhancing professional practice or progression in your 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.

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.

Learning and assessment

The majority of student learning is achieved through guided reading, with subsequent supported synthesis and discussion through formal (with your supervisor) and informal (with peers) methods.

Assessments vary, are agreed with your supervisor and can be via professional and academic reports, case studies, a personal development plan, a learning diary, presentation and a final piece of research.

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Entry requirements

To be considered for admission to this programme you should normally meet or exceed the following criteria: 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.

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£5,600 per year

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Students from Domestic

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£5,600 (Years 1 - 4), £1,250 per year thereafter

£5,600 per year

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Students from EU

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£5,600 (Years 1 - 4), £1,250 per year thereafter

£5,600 per year

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Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

£5,600 (Years 1 - 4), £1,250 per year thereafter

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University of Central Lancashire
University of Central Lancashire , Preston

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