
DInfSc Doctor of Information Science
Course overview
The Doctor of Information Science (DInfSc) at Robert Gordon University is a practitioner-focused doctoral degree, equivalent in terms of academic rigour to a PhD but more applied in nature. It has been designed for experienced professionals working in a strategic, information or knowledge management environment.
Key highlights
- Practitioner-focused professional doctorate with PhD-equivalent academic rigour
- More applied in nature than a traditional PhD
- Designed for experienced strategic, information or knowledge management professionals
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — or above
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
RGU Financial Award for MBA Students
10% discount towards tuition fees.
Up to 10% of feesRGU International Merit Based Scholarship for Masters Students
Value - £5,000 discount on postgraduate fees.
Up to £5,000RGU International Student Discount for Master's Students
Students from Kenya, Indonesia and Nepal will receive a £4,000 discount. All other countries listed will receive a £3,000 discount.
RGU International Student Discount for Research Students
£3,000 discount towards postgraduate research tuition fees.
Up to £3,000
Careers this course leads to
- Chief Information Officer
- Head of Knowledge Management
- Information Management Director
- Information Strategy Consultant
- Senior Information Scientist
- University Lecturer in Information Science
Cost of study
UK/Home: £2,760 | International: £6,720
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Robert Gordon University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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