Research Masters (ResM)
A Research Masters is a masters
level degree which incorporates taught elements and an extended research
phase, including research project and dissertation, governed by research
degree regulations. The degree is generic and can apply in any discipline
across the University.
Duration: 12-18 months full time or 24-36 months part time
Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
For this award you will need to have
demonstrated to examiners your ability to undertake an appropriate
research programme or to produce a critical analysis of existing knowledge
in a defined field. Much of the study undertaken at masters level will
have been at, or informed by, the forefront of an academic or professional
discipline. You will have shown originality in the application of
knowledge, and you will understand how the boundaries of knowledge are
advanced through research. You will be able to deal with complex issues
both systematically and creatively, and you will show originality in
tackling and solving problems.
Duration: 12-36 months full time or 24-48 months part time
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
PhD research makes a contribution to
the current knowledge of a subject and should be worthy of publication in
whole or part. Doctorates are awarded for the creation and interpretation
of knowledge, which extends the forefront of a discipline, usually through
original research. Holders of doctorates will be able to conceptualise,
design and implement projects for the generation of significant new
knowledge and/or understanding. Holders of doctorates will have the
qualities needed for employment requiring the ability to make informed
judgements on complex issues in specialist fields, and innovation in
tackling and solving problems.
Duration: 24-48 months full time or 36-72 months part time
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Similar to the PhD, Doctor of
Medicine (MD) is a research degree available with the Faculty of Health for qualified doctors registered with the GMC and
working in a clinical setting within the UK. The degree can be undertaken
part time alongside clinical commitments. As well as the undertaking of a research project, it offers a range of professional skills courses designed
to support your thesis and personal development.
Duration: 12-36 months full time or 24-48 months part time
Professional Doctorates
A Professional Doctorate is an
advanced programme of study and research which, whilst satisfying the
University criteria for the award of doctorate, is designed to meet
the specific needs of a professional group external to the University,
and develop individuals to work within a professional context. The
award titles of each Professional Doctorate will reflect the relevant
profession. The award titles currently approved by the University are:
PhD on the Basis of Prior Published Works
This degree programme enables candidates who have been research
active to submit a collection of previously published works for consideration for the award of a PhD. The submission
must evidence that you have personally made a systematic study; that you have
shown independent, critical and original powers; and that you have made a
distinct contribution to knowledge. The submission as a whole must be framed as
a single coherent research project.
You are able to register for a PhD
on the Basis of Prior Published Works in all of the University's Postgraduate
Research Areas.
For full
details of how to apply and what the programme entails, please read the section ‘AWD2 PhD on the Basis of Prior Published Works’ in the University
Regulations
When you are ready to make an application, please complete this Expression
of Interest Template and return it
to doctoralcollege@plymouth.ac.uk.