University of Lancashire

DProf Clinical Studies

University of Lancashire

Course overview

This Doctorate in Clinical Studies (DProf) is designed for practising healthcare professionals who wish to lead change and improvement in their workplace. It empowers clinicians with the expertise to apply cutting-edge research to real-life settings, exploring research methods and advancing the application of leading theories.

 

The programme uses a blended learning approach, combining flexible online study with group seminars and tutor discussions. The main assessment is a substantial research project and a thesis that must make an original and significant contribution to applied clinical knowledge.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience. All applicants must be formally interviewed before a final offer is given.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants need at least a second-class honours degree (2:2) to enter the first stage of the programme.

  • If a student holds a relevant Master's degree (MSc), they may be able to enter directly into the second stage, which is decided through an assessment of their previous academic credits.

English Language Requirements:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to score 6.5 overall in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examination.

  • It is a requirement that students do not score lower than 6.0 in any of the individual test sections.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Loyalty Discount

    20% reduction in tuition fee.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Articulation Scholarship

    We are offering a scholarship of £2,000 for the first year of study to students who progress from one of our formal articulation partner institutions.

    Up to £2,000
  • Chevening - UK Government Scholarship

  • Excellence Scholarship

    £3,500 for the first year of study, with subsequent years of study subject to achievement of an APM of over 60%.

    Up to £3,500
  • Family Loyalty Scholarship

    Value: £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000
  • Franchise Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000
  • International Bursary

    An international bursary of £1,000 per year of study is available to all international students enrolling with us in the academic year.

    Up to £1,000
  • INTO Scholarship

    Scholarships are £2,000 in value per year and if students meet our Excellence criteria then £3500 is awarded instead.

    Up to £2,000
  • MBBS Excellence Scholarship

    £10,000 reduction in your overall tuition fee. You'll receive this through a tuition fee waiver of £2,000 per year of study (to a maximum value of £10,000).

    Up to £10,000
  • ONCampus Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study.

    Up to £2,000
  • Rice-Jones Charitable Trust Postgraduate Law Scholarship

  • Sports Scholarships

    Value: Up to £500 bronze | up to £2000 silver | up to £5000 gold

  • The Medivet Hardship Fund

    A maximum of £300 can be applied for each academic year.

    Up to £300
  • Women in STEM bursary

    Value: £2,000 per year of study (where a student has met the Excellence Scholarship criteria £3,500 is applied).

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

This Clinical Studies, DProf from the University of Lancashire, prepares clinical staff for high-level roles in the major career paths, including:

  • Clinical Practice Leader 

  • Service Improvement

  • Clinical Consultant 

  • Academic Researcher 

  • Senior Health Policy

Cost of study

The tuition fee for  Clinical Studies, DProf at the University of  Lancashire for international students is £19,250.

Admission

To apply for this Clinical Studies, DProf course, students should use the direct application process on the University of Central Lancashire website. Speak to one of our trained counsellors for more information and assistance with the process. Contact the trained counsellors at AHZ.

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