DOC Professional Doctorate in Engineering | Part-time

EngD suits candidates who wish to pursue their studies on a part-time basis while holding senior professional or leadership roles, enabling them to achieve the highest level of academic qualification without stepping away from full-time employment. An EngD from LJMU enhances professional credibility and offers globally recognised academic and practical expertise. Candidates are expected to make significant contributions within their organisations, demonstrating the practical application of both new and established theories.

The programme promotes research, collaboration with employers, and the cultivation of leadership capabilities, preparing candidates to drive innovation and promote sustained professional and personal growth within their respective fields. The EngD Ethos Designed as an alternative to the traditional PhD, the EngD suits those seeking the highest academic qualification either to progress to or maintainer their leadership roles in engineering and related sectors. Like a PhD, it requires a theoretical contribution, but its distinguishing feature lies in its emphasis on practice.

Candidates must demonstrate tangible impact, whether through contributions to their own organisation, professional bodies, or wider industry. For employers, this engagement can be highly advantageous, with outcomes such as innovation, knowledge transfer, and even significant cost savings directly benefiting the organisation. Becoming part of a dynamic and diverse research community at LJMU allows you to contribute to advancing the frontiers of science, engineering, and technology.

The programme is specifically designed so that you can integrate your research into the ongoing priorities of your business, meaning that organisational progress can be achieved without requiring you to step away from your professional role. Through direct collaboration with employers and industry partners, the EngD enables you to engage with live projects that are sponsored by companies, giving you the opportunity to apply innovative research to address practical and industrially relevant challenges. Importantly, the academic rigour and intellectual contribution of the EngD are comparable to those of a traditional PhD, but with a stronger emphasis on real-world application.

The EngD offered at LJMU’s School of Engineering and Built Environment is distinctive both in its structure and the extensive support it provides to candidates throughout their research journey. It is particularly valuable for experienced engineers and professionals, including those working in maritime and related industries, who are seeking to enhance their expertise and career prospects. Earning an EngD will strengthen professional credibility, expand networks, and provide a robust foundation for career progression or even a major transition into new roles.

Employers who invest in supporting candidates will gain significantly by attracting, developing, and retaining key talent while simulta