PhD Professional Doctorate
Robert Gordon University
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Part Time

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FEB

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Duration

21 Months

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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The Professional Doctorate is a flexible, practice-based research degree designed for experienced professionals who want to make a meaningful impact in their field. Unlike a traditional PhD, this programme is tailored for working professionals who are ready to undertake rigorous research directly within their own professional context. Whether you work in health, education, business, public services or another sector, the Professional Doctorate empowers you to develop innovative solutions to ...Read more

The Professional Doctorate is a flexible, practice-based research degree designed for experienced professionals who want to make a meaningful impact in their field. Unlike a traditional PhD, this programme is tailored for working professionals who are ready to undertake rigorous research directly within their own professional context. Whether you work in health, education, business, public services or another sector, the Professional Doctorate empowers you to develop innovative solutions to complex, real-world problems, all while continuing to work. This doctoral-level qualification combines advanced academic study with applied research, making it ideal for mid to senior-career professionals looking to deepen their expertise, strengthen their leadership, and influence practice and policy within their industry.

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Entry requirements

Normal entry requirements are a Masters degree or first or upper second class honours degree in the relevant subject discipline from a UK or overseas University, or degree equivalent qualification, subject to the approval of Robert Gordon University. In addition to satisfying one of the academic requirements, you must also satisfy all of the Experience, Language and Writing Skills requirements. Experience and Writing Skills A minimum of three years relevant professional experience within the applicant's sector; Applicants must evidence that they are currently in a position to (or aspiring) to influence change at organisational, industry or national level; and; Good writing skills as exhibited by a research proposal (2,000 words maximum) setting out clearly the research problem (what), justification for the research (why) and the proposed research methodology (how). Guidance on writing this outline can be obtained from the Graduate School.

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£792 month

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Students from Domestic

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Accommodation(Woolmanhill-Single standard room) - £105.98 per week

£792 month

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Students from Scotland

Accommodation(Woolmanhill-Single standard room) - £105.98 per week

£792 month

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Accommodation(Woolmanhill-Single standard room) - £105.98 per week

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Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House, Garthdee Road Aberdeen AB10 7QB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Aberdeen  1.6 miles away

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