DInfSci Doctor of Information Science

The DInfSci Doctor of Information Science at the University of Strathclyde is a professional doctorate research programme. It allows researchers to study real-world problems in Information Science.

The programme gives students advanced research skills, knowledge of theory and practice, and the ability to think critically when evaluating information. Students also learn how to find gaps in knowledge, create new insights, and carry out research that improves their work area.

The course takes three years if studied full-time, and up to six years if studied part-time. It can be studied online. This means students do not need to travel to the UK, as they can study from any country. Assessment for the programme includes a literature review, directed study, research project, and a final thesis.

The University of Strathclyde is an international technological university in Scotland. It is ranked highly for its teaching and research. The university has been named University of the Year by Times Higher Education, and UK University of the Year by the Daily Mail University Awards.

Strathclyde has a strong employability rate. This means that many graduates quickly find jobs or continue their education. The university welcomes students from many countries. It has nearly 30,000 students from over 140 nations. Some courses can also be studied online, which is useful for international students.

International students applying for the DInfSci must provide official academic transcripts and certificates for all completed degrees. They must also submit two references, a research proposal, and a CV.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants must have at least a higher second-class honours degree (2:1) or its equivalent in the applicant’s country.
• Prospective students or researchers should have at least five years of management experience within the information professions.

English Proficiency:

• International students whose first language is not English must show proof of English ability by having at least a 6.5 overall score in IELTS.
• Without IELTS, the university also accepts other English proficiency tests such as Pearson Test of English (PTE) 60 overall, TOEFL iBT (80 overall), LanguageCert Academic (SELT) (70–74 overall), and Duolingo English Test (125 overall).

The tuition fee for international students is £24,650 per year for full-time study. For part-time study, students pay only for the part of the course they are studying each year. The tuition fee may be reviewed by the university every year.

There are several scholarships and funding available for international students. They include Postgraduate Research Scholarships in Engineering (which offer a 15% reduction of the tuition fee). Other scholarships are Wellcome, Commonwealth Scholarships (Least Developed Countries), Commonwealth Split-Site Scholarships (low & middle income countries), and Schlumberger Foundation. Students can visit the University of Strathclyde scholarship and funding page for more details and scholarships for specific countries.

Individuals who obtain a doctorate in Information Science can have jobs such as:

• Chief Data Officer
• Research Scientist / Research Lead
• Information Architect / UX Researcher
• Digital Preservation / Cultural Heritage Manager
• Information Strategy Consultant

International students who want to study this course are advised to contact the AHZ Associates professional counsellors to help and guide them in all the admission processes. This is totally free. Students can also go to the admission portal of the University of Strathclyde to apply.