Masters/Doctor of Professional Studies MProf/DProf
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Masters/Doctor of Professional Studies (MProf/DProf) is a flexible program designed for experienced professionals seeking to advance their knowledge and skills in their chosen field. The program focuses on developing reflective practitioners, critical practice-based research, and tailored study pathways to meet individual needs. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles and other career opportunities, with the option to continue their academic journey through further research.
Program Outline
Masters/Doctor of Professional Studies (MProf/DProf)
Degree Overview:
The Masters and Doctor of Professional Studies (MProf and DProf)
have been developed with specialist pathways to reflect the complex developmental work of senior professionals in disciplines that are aligned to the Schools of Health and Education and Science and Technology. The DProf is equivalent in value to the traditional PhD which means that at its successful completion you will achieve the title of Dr. Both degrees are specifically relevant to experienced professionals and it is possible to gain credit based on past professional achievements towards the doctoral programme.
Objectives:
- Develop your capabilities as a reflective practitioner, enhancing your ability to undertake critical practice-based research.
- Provide an opportunity to make a claim for academic credits for a significant amount of prior formal and informal learning.
- Ensure your study pathway and projects are tailored to meet your individual needs and research interests, and those of your organisation.
- Offer a flexible doctorate specifically designed for the busy professional.
Description:
The MProf/DProf are designed for advanced practitioners who wish to undertake research within their own professional context. They are distinctive in that you are placed at the centre of your research investigation, and therefore your work will be highly applicable to your professional development and career progression.
Key Features:
- Focus on the development of your capabilities as a reflective practitioner.
- Critical practice-based research.
- Flexible and tailored to individual needs and research interests.
- Suitable for professionals with a busy schedule.
Specialist Pathways:
- Health
- Education
- Environment
- Risk
- Disaster Risk and Response
- Psychology
- Criminology
- Sociology
- Social Work
- Housing and Regeneration
- International Relations
- Social and Public Policy
- Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Sport and Biomedical Science
Outline:
This program follows a flexible format designed to accommodate the schedules of working professionals.
Part 1 - Master's Level:
- Semester 1: Review of Learning
- Semester 2: Planning a Practitioner Research Programme, Programme Approval via oral presentation
Part 2 - Doctoral Level:
- Final Doctoral Level Research Project
- Explorations in Leadership (optional)
Structure:
- Review of Learning
- Part 2 focuses on understanding work-based learning approaches to research and preparing a research proposal.
- The final doctoral project follows the completion of the Master's level and may include the optional "Explorations in Leadership, Followership and Transformational Change".
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Independent study
- Research supervision
Faculty:
The program is taught by an experienced teaching team with a wide range of expertise and professional experience.
Unique Approaches:
- The program is designed to be flexible and tailored to the individual needs of each student.
- You are placed at the center of your research investigation, ensuring its relevance to your professional development and career progression.
- You have the opportunity to make a claim for academic credits for your prior learning.
Careers:
This program prepares graduates for various career opportunities in their chosen field. Graduates may pursue leadership roles, research positions, or consultancy roles within their respective organizations. They may also choose to continue their academic journey by pursuing further research opportunities.
Other:
- The program can be completed in a flexible format, making it suitable for working professionals.
- Credits can be awarded for prior learning and experience.
- Students are supported by an academic advisor and a subject specialist consultant.
Conclusion:
The Masters/Doctor of Professional Studies (MProf/DProf) is a unique and flexible program designed to meet the needs of experienced professionals seeking to advance their knowledge and skills in their chosen field. Through a combination of coursework, research, and professional development, the program prepares graduates for leadership roles and other career opportunities. The program's focus on individual needs and research interests ensures its relevance to your professional development and career progression.
