Is a PhD for me?
Our PhD students come from a variety of backgrounds, with a variety of qualifications and experience. Take a look at the following information and recent/current student profiles, to find out whether a PhD is right for you:
King's College London says:
The Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) says:
EU and International students should check the list of equivalent grades for international qualifications . Please contact the Health Schools Admissions Centre for further enquiries.
If you wish to study full time:
If you wish to study part time:
The current fees for the 2022/2023 academic year are:
If you are a member of staff at the IoPPN you may be eligible for a discount on fees. Please contact the Postgraduate Research Team for more information.
Please note that tuition fees are subject to an annual increase of up to 5%. For more information, see the Fees webpage.
Students can start in either October (when most students start), February or June.
Students who are being funded by an external source should check whether there are any limitations on start dates.
If you are not able to self fund your PhD studies, then you will need to find funding from another source.
The IoPPN offers a number of full time studentships on an annual basis, funded by the Institute itself, and partly by the Medical Research Council. These studentships offer students full payment of tuition fees for 3 years and a monthly tax free stipend for living. These studentships are for set projects.
Individual academics and departments also offer full time fully funded studentships, on an ad hoc basis, if they receive funding themselves. These are also usually for set projects.
All funded studentships are advertised on our Studentships webpage.
If you have your own project in mind and would like to find funding, browse these links:
For more information on funding at Kings, please see the Funding webpage.
Student Profiles
Students take classes together in their first year and all have offices on the same floor, which makes it a very social and friendly place to study. It also means that students researching different areas of psychiatry, psychology, neuroimaging, and genetics are in constant contact, which helps to broaden your exposure to research.
Students and staff alike are always keen to get involved in collaborative projects, whether small or large, allowing students to explore areas of interest outside those strictly relevant to their PhD.
The PhD itself is usually very independent, driven by the student's own ideas and interests. These collaborations often also extend beyond the Centre, allowing for research and conference opportunities abroad.
All in all, it's a great place to be!
I wanted to understand how pioneering brain imaging could lead to new ways for diagnosing the condition, and as a result, I applied for a PhD with Dr Andy Simmons at the Department of Neuroimaging.
As a PhD student, the Institute has provided outstanding research facilities for postgraduate education and the provision of college organised training courses for personal development and teaching has been fantastic.
I have enjoyed this experience so far, and benefited from excellent supervision in a friendly and stimulating research environment.
The IoPPN has great research facilities and I'm really pleased that I have had the chance to study here.
With Psychosis Studies being one of the larger departments at the IoPPN, I've found there are always lots of opportunities to attend relevant talks and seminars, including weekly Psychosis Studies meetings with internal and external speakers.
I am really enjoying being a student here and one of the best things is that you can create your own opportunities. I set up a problem-based learning group to help students gain a greater understanding of magnetic resonance imaging, including the physics and basic analysis. They have been really well attended and the group has grown considerably since it was first stated. I have also had the opportunity to be the student representative for Psychosis Studies and be a mentor to some MSc students too.
When I graduate, I would like to continue working in research as a post doc, working my way up the academic ladder to professor.
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Explore the different ways to apply for a PhD at NTU, including advertised projects, submitting your own research proposal, and studying at-distance. Find a PhD that works for you, and begin your research journey today.
A PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) is the highest level of academic qualification you can achieve. It usually takes three to four years to complete full-time, or up to eight years part-time. During your PhD, you will work on an original research topic under the guidance of our supervisors.
At NTU, we encourage and support a huge range of PhD opportunities. We invite you to apply for a project designed by our research staff, as well as submitting a proposal for your own novel research project.
We provide funded, part-funded and self-funded PhD projects across a range of disciplines. Opportunities are available year-round. Search the PhD projects currently available, filtering by keyword, title or academic school.
Decided on your own research topic? You’ll need to identify a supervisor whose expertise aligns with your own before putting together a research proposal. Explore our research strengths and staff interests to see if we can support you.
Our at-distance PhDs have been designed for candidates who require a more flexible mode to complete their doctoral research. They particularly suit professionals looking to undertake research alongside their job, individuals with research interests local to where they live, or candidates with caring or other personal responsibilities.
These part-time, structured programmes are delivered online over four to seven years. Every researcher must normally spend at least eight weeks at NTU in any one academic year, to establish personal relationships with supervisors and benefit from face-to-face participation in the academic community.
We can offer at-distance PhDs across the majority of disciplines with projects aligned to our research centres. Contact the relevant Director of Doctoral Studies to discuss at-distance opportunities in more detail.
We have four PhD intakes per year in October, January, April and June. Typically it takes four years to complete a PhD full-time or up to eight years part-time, including your "write up" period. The application deadlines for these are:
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October | 1 July |
January | 1 October |
April | 5 January |
June | 1 April |
Whether you apply for a PhD project or submit your own research question, you will need to produce a research proposal and personal statement as part of your application. Read our advice on how to construct a successful proposal.
Make sure your PhD proposal reflects our research strengths.
Find out more about studying for a PhD in our Academic Schools below.
Research degrees in arts and humanities, animal, rural and environmental sciences, research degrees in architecture, design and the built environment, research degrees in law, phd - research degrees at nottingham business school, research degrees in science and technology.
How much does a PhD cost? What is a stipend? Can I get a loan? Find out about our PhD tuition fees and the different ways you can fund it.
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How to apply for a phd.
Everything you need to know about applying to study at the NTU Doctoral School.
The NTU Doctoral School provides a multi-disciplinary home for all our researchers, here to support you throughout your entire doctoral degree. Explore our research community.
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Our part-time programmes offer a more flexible way to study for a degree at Cambridge, meaning you can fit your studies around your career and other commitments.
Part-time study can be ideal for those who are:
Part-time research degrees are particularly well-suited to those looking to undertake research in an area related to their current professional environment.
You can filter the course search in the Course Directory to view part-time courses.
Different types of part-time study are available from different parts of the University, including the Institute of Continuing Education (ICE) and the Cambridge Judge Business School .
Unlike many other universities, part-time degrees at Cambridge are not distance learning, where study is undertaken remotely (although ICE and CISL offer some non-degree online courses).
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The time that part-time students spend in Cambridge makes up just a part of their study commitment. Students are required to study for a set proportion of the full-time commitment.
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While most of those studying for a PhD take the PhD by thesis pathway, there are five viable routes to achieving a Doctorate, with both full-time and part-time options available
This is the most common means of getting a Doctorate. Over the three or four years of research at university, your PhD supervisor will support you as you aim to produce a thesis based on your research proposal .
A thesis is typically 60,000-90,000 words in length - although this can vary between institutions. For instance, the University of Glasgow's College of Social Sciences expects a thesis to be 70,000 to 100,000 words including references, bibliography and appendices, while the University of Cambridge has set an upper limit of 80,000 words.
Once completed, you'll need to defend your PhD thesis in front of a panel of examiners during your viva voce .
This route involves submitting previously published work - such as books, book chapters and journal articles, which together form a coherent body of work and show evidence of an original contribution to a particular field of study.
The PhD by publication route is often taken by mid-career academics that haven't had the opportunity to undertake a standard Doctorate degree.
Generally, a minimum of five to eight published pieces are required, but this varies between institutions and depends on their length. The published work will be assessed to the same rigorous standards as a traditional PhD by thesis.
You must also provide a written supporting statement, which typically ranges from 5,000 to 15,000 words.
For instance, the University of Westminster asks for a commentary of 5,000 words (science and technology subjects) or 10,000 words (arts, social sciences and humanities). On the other hand, Queen Margaret University Edinburgh requires 12,000 to 15,000 words on the rationale and theoretical context for the portfolio of published work.
The work will then be presented to an academic committee. A supervisor will assist you with selecting which publications to submit, as well as guidance on the supporting statement.
Some universities accept only their own graduates for a PhD by publication, while others restrict this route to their academic staff. In general, you should have graduated from your first degree at least seven years ago to be eligible.
For example, The University of Manchester has published its own Guidance for the PhD By Published Work , with eligibility only extending to current members of staff.
This type of Doctorate includes a significant taught component and a smaller research project, and is geared primarily towards current professionals in vocational sectors such as:
Professional Doctorates are often taken on a part-time basis and can last between two and eight years. Like their standard PhD counterparts, they usually begin in October or January.
While you won't typically be looking to get an academic job , your research is expected to contribute to theory as well as professional practice. Projects often revolve around a real-life issue that affects your employer.
Several professional Doctorates, such as the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy), are accredited by a professional body - for instance, the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and The British Psychological Society (BPS) - and may also lead to a professional qualification .
Common titles for graduates of professional Doctorate degrees include:
Unlike many professional Doctorates, the EngD is typically offered as a full-time course and is aimed at young engineering graduates with little or no professional experience.
This four-year qualification, also known as the New Route PhD, involves studying a one-year research Masters degree (MRes) before progressing onto a three-year PhD.
Offered by a select number of universities across the UK, integrated PhDs are supported by the government and the British Council through UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) .
Visit Research Council funding for further information on research and funding for different types of PhD.
The integrated PhD involves a combination of taught materials, practical experience and advanced research. This allows you to learn subject-specific methodologies, while building the transferable skills that will enable you to become a leader in your chosen profession.
Institutions can also develop personalised integrated PhD programmes to meet each student's needs. For example, universities may offer you the opportunity to gain a postgraduate certificate (PGCert) in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education - perfect if you're considering a career as a higher education lecturer .
As PhDs are based primarily on independent research rather than time spent in lectures and seminars, distance learning has always been a viable route for many Doctoral students.
PhDs by distance learning offered by course providers such as The Open University are therefore a good option to consider if you've got family or work commitments or are an international student - as this gives you the chance to undertake Doctoral research without having to live close to your chosen institution. It's also a suitable mode of study if your subject requires you to be based in a specific location away from the university.
For the most part, you'll be in touch with your supervisor by phone, email or Skype/Zoom. You'll need to bear in mind that even if you opt for this form of research, you'll generally still need to attend university for one or two weeks of each academic year for meetings and to receive research skills training. Your final exam may be undertaken either face-to-face or virtually.
With online PhDs, you can usually register as a full or part-time student. The level of fees you pay varies between institutions - some charge the same as for a standard PhD while others offer a reduced rate.
Check that any funding you plan to apply for is available to distance learning students, as this isn't always the case.
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Depending on the field of study you are interested in, you may be able to apply for a pre-defined PhD project, or you may need to develop your own research idea.
Research in the fields of medicine, science and engineering tend to require you to:
Research in the fields of arts, humanities and social sciences tend to require you to:
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The information on this page is relevant to part-time postgraduate degrees. If you will be undertaking part-time study at a different level, or on a non-credit course or non-degree award-bearing programme, you are advised to contact the relevant Department, Faculty or Institution at the University to check whether visa support is possible for the course you intend to do.
If you already have a UK immigration status that permits you to undertake your course of study, you will be asked to provide evidence of this during the admissions process. If it is confirmed you can undertake the programme with this status, the information on this page will not be relevant unless your existing immigration permission does not cover the length of your course. In this scenario, you will need to consider what you intend to do when it expires and the information on this page may be relevant. You will need to provide evidence to the University of continued valid immigration permission that allows study, in accordance with the University's Home Office compliance requirements. Pending applications and permissions granted in expired passport may need to be verified with the Home Office.
Part-time degree courses where attendance is required for short teaching sessions
Students on part-time courses longer than 6 months where the majority of the time is spent outside the UK and attendance in Cambridge is only required for short teaching sessions can be supported under the visitor immigration route. This includes part-time degrees at the Institute of Continuing Education, Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership and some courses at Cambridge Judge Business School. Examples of programmes include Cambridge Executive MBA, Master of Accounting (MAcc) and Master of Studies (MSt). These courses are not eligible for student visa sponsorship due to the structure and attendance arrangements, and it is not possible to take individual circumstances into consideration.
Prospective students should ensure they are familiar with the restrictions of studying with a visitor immigration status as outlined on our short period of study page. These courses cannot be sponsored for a student visa.
Part-time PhD programmes
Part-time PhD students visit Cambridge for short periods of attendance under the visitor immigration route. Students will be based overseas, studying for the majority of their time outside of the UK and only intend to come to Cambridge for short periods for certain activities across the year. From a visa perspective, attendance arrangements are considered to be study via distance learning and it is not expected for students to be in the UK for an extended period of time, or undertake frequent and successive visits. Prospective students should ensure they are familiar with the restrictions of this immigration status as outlined on our short period of study page.
The University will only sponsor a student visa for a part-time PhD if the reason for studying part-time, rather than the equivalent full-time option, is owing to a disability. In these circumstances, the student is expected to be based in Cambridge for the majority of the course and engaging with their studies. If this is applicable, students should ensure they read the responsibilities guide on a part-time student visa to understand the requirements and restrictions. This visa does not permit any work or allow dependant family members to live in the UK.
Current PhD students considering changing from full-time to part-time study should read the information under ‘Changing your mode of study' on our Changes in Circumstances page.
Part-time MPhil or MRes programmes
International students who are admitted onto an MPhil or MRes degree and require visa sponsorship are expected to study full-time. The University will only sponsor a student visa for a part-time MPhil or MRes if the reason for studying part-time is owing to a disability, or if the programme does not have a full-time equivalence. In these circumstances, the student is expected to be based in Cambridge for the majority of the course and engaging with their studies. If this is applicable, students should ensure they read the responsibilities guide on a part-time student visa to understand the requirements and restrictions. This visa does not permit any work or allow dependant family members to live in the UK.
The frequency of required attendance, structure and length of these degrees mean students would not normally be able to study under visitor immigration permission. It may, however, be possible to consider this on a case by case basis for study on a part-time research Masters if the student will mainly be based overseas for their studies and it is agreed only short periods of attendance in Cambridge are required.
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Students who will be studying part-time on most MEd routes in the Faculty of Education can be sponsored by the University for a part-time student visa. This will enable students to be based in the UK during their studies but the requirements and restrictions of the visa should be considered prior to accepting an offer of admission. Students who do not hold a UK or Irish passport will be required to provide evidence of a student visa or an alternative UK visa which permits study on a course of more than 6 months, in order to commence the course. MEd Transforming Practice has different attendance requirements and cannot be sponsored for a student visa; attendance at teaching sessions is supported under the visitor route .
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Build essential foundation skills, while gaining hands-on experience with the latest industry case studies, and prepare for real-world career success in the cyber security field.
Hands-on experience with real-world case studies.
This degree offers a combination of modules covering important areas such as security management and governance, cybercrime, applied cryptography and information privacy. Through these modules, you’ll gain hands-on experience with the latest industry case studies to help you make an impact at any organisation.
You’ll benefit from the wide-ranging expertise of pioneering and influential academics, researchers and professionals in the cyber security field. As you advance through the curriculum, you’ll learn about the most relevant tools, techniques, and technologies from thought leaders defining the future of cyber security.
This degree is targeted at career-minded individuals who wish to develop their professional skills with academic and practical insights into the subject of cyber security. You will gain practical experience through hands-on lab sessions simulating real-life scenarios, which will allow you to understand how to connect academic and theoretical cyber security knowledge.
Studying a University of London degree online gives you the flexibility to work while you study, turning almost any location into your own classroom without the costs of face-to-face study on campus.
Earn an internationally recognised qualification from the University of London. The University has a track record of teaching, innovation and research dating back 160 years.
Programme structure, modules and specification show.
The programme is available to be studied as a full master’s degree, a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) or a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert).
The MSc Cyber Security consists of:
The PGDip Cyber Security consists of:
The PGCert Cyber Security consists of:
Study a selection of our modules individually to update your knowledge or sample the programme. You may take three modules (45 credits total) on a stand-alone basis without being registered for the PGCert, PGDip or MSc.
The Programme Specification and Programme Regulations contain information and rules regarding what courses you can choose and the order in which they must be studied.
MSc Cyber Security : ten core modules (15 credits each); plus one Project module (30 credits)
Individual modules
The following modules may be taken on a stand-alone basis, subject to programme module availability:
Please refer to the module availability schedule (PDF).
Cyber security foundations (Open modal with additional information) (CYM010)
Security management and governance (Open modal with additional information) (CYM020)
Cybercrime (Open modal with additional information) (CYM030)
Applied cryptography (Open modal with additional information) (CYM040)
Network and infrastructure security (Open modal with additional information) (CYM050)
Computer systems security (Open modal with additional information) (CYM060)
Software and application security (Open modal with additional information) (CYM070)
Security and behaviour change (Open modal with additional information) (CYM080)
Information privacy (Open modal with additional information) (CYM090)
Research methods for cyber security (Open modal with additional information) (CYM100)
Project (Open modal with additional information) (CYM500)
PGDip Cyber Security: one core module (15 credits); and seven optional modules (15 credits each)
PGCert Cyber Security : one core module (15 credits); and three optional modules (15 credits each)
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The degree offers a variety of highly engaging learning materials and activities.
The programme is delivered online and there is no requirement to come to the UK as part of your studies.
Creative interactive learning is delivered through Coursera – the world’s largest online learning platform, to provide you with an immersive learning experience.
Our flexible online programme allows you to work around your own schedule and leads to a globally-recognised qualification.
Your learning experience will be enhanced with an accessible and attractive virtual learning platform. And there are opportunities for self-assessment so you can understand your own progress.
When you register, we will give you access to your Student Portal . You can then access your University of London email account and other key resources:
If you’re based in the United Kingdom, or are visiting London, make sure to visit Senate House Library . Students studying with the University of London can join the library free of charge. Membership includes a 10-book borrowing allowance, access to all reading rooms and study areas, and on-site access to Senate House Library digital resources.
United States export control regulations prevent Coursera from offering services and content to users in certain countries or regions. More information about which countries or regions are affected can be found on Coursera's website .
Coursera must enforce this restriction in order to remain in compliance with US law and, for that reason, we advise that all learners check this information before applying to the programme.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have appropriate internet access for this programme and that you meet any related technical requirements for your programme.
Each 15-credit module comprises weekly topics, corresponding to the key content items detailed in the module descriptors.
Your study equates to approximately 10-12 hours of directed learning per week for each 15 credit module you register for.
The programme has been developed with Royal Holloway, University of London. Royal Holloway is ranked among the top 25 universities in the UK by the 2022 Guardian University Guide, and is highly regarded for its strong industry ties, dynamic and engaged community of professional alumni, and its foundational commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Royal Holloway is recognised as a UK Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research (ACE-CSR) and has received an ACE-CSE Gold Award in recognition of the institution’s excellence in cyber security education by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). The Information Security Group at Royal Holloway also recently earned an Athena SWAN award recognising its commitment to, and excellence in, advancing gender equality.
Royal Holloway is in the top 25 per cent of UK universities for research rated ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ in the latest REF 2021* (Research Excellence Framework).
Dr Fauzia Idrees is an Associate Professor in Information Security at Royal Holloway, University of London. She is an Electronics Engineer with a PhD in Information Security Engineering, an MSc in Information Security, and an MBA in Entrepreneurship & Innovations. She has over 24 years of work experience in the Military, industry, and academia. She is a Lead Auditor in ISO 17025 accreditation. Her research areas include malware detection, network security and secure application development.
Fauzia is the programme Director of the distance learning MSc in Cyber Security and the RHUL’s flagship campus MSc in Information Security. She is the Academic Lead for NCSC certification for DL programmes and serving as a member of ISG Industry advisory panel.
Fauzia is a founder and CEO of her Cybersecurity venture: Cynosure Technologies – the first female led Cybersecurity venture in her country. Her business offers cyber security solutions, training, and consultancy. She is an active STEM and Cybersecurity advocate. She is the founding president of Women in STEM (WiSTEM) – a global professional network of women in STEM and Cybersecurity.
She is on the advisory board of multiple international organizations including CISO Forum, Global Foundation for Cyber studies and Research, and N2Women. She has served as a keynote speaker in 50+ webinars, workshops, and conferences. Fauzia has received several awards in recognition of her academic and professional achievements. She is a recipient of the prestigious ‘UK Alumni Award’ for Entrepreneurship, United Nation’s Science & Technology award, FJF’s Role Model, Women’s Society of Cyberjutsu’s ‘Global Cybersecurity Advocate’, Inteligenca’s ‘Cybersecurity Woman of the Year’ 2022 (finalist), and WISCERA’s ‘Top Women in Security ASEAN region award’ 2021.
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Entry route one: direct entry route.
To qualify to register for the MSc, PGDip or PGCert you will need a bachelor’s degree which is considered at least comparable to a UK second-class honours degree from an institution acceptable to the University.
If applicants do not meet the requirements for direct entry, they can apply for the MSc via the performance-based admissions (PBA) route. To qualify for entrance via the PBA route you will need a third-class bachelor’s degree or Aegrotat.
Applicants with an appropriate professional experience qualification from a recognised professional body will be considered on an individual basis. Students on the PBA route may transfer to the MSc on successful completion of two modules (30 credits).
To qualify to register for a stand-alone individual module you will need a third-class bachelor’s degree or Aegrotat.
You need a high standard of English to study this programme. You will meet our language requirements if you have achieved one of the following within the past three years:
If you do not meet the English language proficiency requirements but believe that you can demonstrate the requisite proficiency, the University may, at its discretion, consider your application.
The University of London sets minimum basic computer requirements because your study resources are accessed via the Student Portal and it is vital that you can access this regularly.
For this programme, you will need regular access to a computer with an internet connection. You will also need to be able to view video material and a media player (such as VLC) to play video files.
More information about computer requirements .
If you have studied material as part of a previous qualification that is comparable in content, level and standard to our Cyber Security modules, you may be exempted from the equivalent course of our degree. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Exemption. You will not need to study or be assessed in the module(s) to complete your award.
MSc Cyber Security and Postgraduate Diploma (PGDIp): You may be awarded RPL up to 60 UK credits (four 15-credit modules).
Applications for RPL for the Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) will not be accepted.
To be considered for RPL you should make a formal request within your application when applying for the programme. Or, you can submit an online enquiry , if you have already applied.
You will need to have met the entrance requirements for the programme to be considered for RPL.
You must have completed the qualification/ examination(s), on which the application for RPL is based on, within the five years preceding the application.
We will not recognise or accredit prior learning for a module later than 14 days after the module start date. You will be deemed to have started a module once you have been given access to the learning materials on the VLE.
Your qualifications will need to be assessed by specialist academics on a case by case basis , before we can approve RPL. This is known as discretionary RPL. A formal application is required and an RPL application fee is payable. The RPL application fee is non-refundable, even if your prior learning is not recognised.
RPL cases can only be considered if candidates have completed modules from another certified postgraduate degree programme (usually equivalent to a UK Level 7/ postgraduate degree qualification or above) with the same learning outcomes as those of our Cyber Security programme's modules. Our modules have been developed to achieve NCSC CyBoK mapping, a mandatory requirement for obtaining NCSC certification. We will only process RPL applications from students who have either completed any of our Postgraduate Cyber Security standalone modules or similar modules from other certified programmes.
For your discretionary RPL request to be processed, you will need to provide : a completed RPL request form, the supporting documentary evidence (normally a scanned copy of an official transcript and syllabus of your previous studies) and the discretionary RPL fee.
You should apply as soon as possible so that we can process your request. You will need to allow time for academics to consider your documentation, so you can register by the registration deadline.
All discretionary RPL requests must be submitted by the dates specified for the April or October session, in the year that you apply. We must receive all required supporting evidence by the deadline stated.
Submit RPL request by | 04 September 2024 |
Submit supporting evidence by | 11 September 2024 |
Submit RPL request by | 26 February 2025 |
Submit supporting evidence by | 03 March 2025 |
If you submit your discretionary RPL application but are too late to be considered for RPL in the current session, we will still process your application to study the programme. If you receive an offer, you can still register. If you wish to be considered for RPL in a subsequent session, then you shouldn’t register on the modules you want to apply for RPL.
If you apply or register via the Performance Based Admissions (PBA) route, you may apply for RPL. Any approved RPL will be formally applied to your record once you have been successfully admitted onto the full MSc programme.
To enter the MSc via the Performance based admission (PBA) route, you must first register for and pass two of the 15-credit modules. We cannot approve RPL for any module you register on as part of the PBA route.
You may not register for a module which we have provisionally awarded as RPL unless you withdraw your request for RPL.
If you do not successfully meet the requirements to progress onto the full MSc programme, any application fees paid for discretionary RPL are non-refundable.
Additional information about the process of applying for RPL .
Further information regarding RPL is covered in the Recognition of Prior Learning section of the appropriate Programme Regulations and Section 3 of the General Regulations .
The fees below relate to new students registering for the 2024-2025 session and are effective from 26 June 2023. On average, fees are subject to a five per cent year-on-year increase. Students who registered earlier can view their fees on the Course Fees page .
The fees depend on whether you live in a developing (Band A) or developed (Band B) nation. See the list of Band A and B countries [PDF] .
Band A countries | £9913 |
Band B countries | £13225 |
Band A countries | £10077 |
Band B countries | £13445 |
15 credit module fee | £826 |
30 credit project module fee | £1653 |
15 credit module fee | £1102 |
30 credit project module fee | £2205 |
Assessment re-sit fee | £413 |
Application fee for recognition of prior learning (per 15 credit module) non-refundable | £65 |
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*The full MSc programme fee is payable when you first register on the programme and includes access to study materials and your first entry into the assessments. It does not include resit fees, the module fee when repeating a module, applications for Recognition of Prior Learning and fees payable to a University of London Recognised Teaching Centres, if applicable. By paying in full at the beginning of your programme, you avoid any annual fee increases to module fees. With pay per module , you pay for each module as you register for it.
**The indicative totals given represent the amount you would expect to pay if you commence study in October 2023 and then complete the MSc degree in the minimum period of time (as per when modules become available), without resits, and paying per module with a year-on-year increase of 5%. These totals do not reflect the cost of any additional tuition support you may choose to take, resit fees or the fee when repeating a module, or applications for Recognition of Prior Learning.
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22 July 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only) More Details. Last chance to apply. BBSRC NLD Doctoral Training Partnership: iGly. Development and characterisation of novel genetically-encoded glycine indicators for imaging inhibitory neurotransmission. University of Liverpool Faculty of Health and Life Science.
On the PhD by Distance programme, you will benefit from: the opportunity to study on either a part-time (4-6 years duration) or full-time basis (3-4 years duration) supervision from one or more leading University of Reading academics, working at the forefront of their field. access to a range of high-quality training, delivered on campus or ...
Part-time distance learning; PhD: Y: Y: N: N: Attend an open day. Discover more about this subject area. ... PhD (part-time) UK students (per annum): £3,000 International, including EU, students (per annum): £10,750 Further information for EU students can be found on our dedicated EU page.
PhD by distance learning allows you to study at a time and place that suits you and, with a part-time option available, you'll have the flexibility to gain an advanced degree alongside work and other commitments. Through completing a PhD, you will become an expert in a specialist area and gain high-quality research training.
A PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) is the most common type of doctoral degree and the highest level of academic qualification you can achieve. It normally takes between three and four years of full-time work to complete. It is also possible to undertake a PhD part time, over five to six years. The main activity of a PhD is to carry out an original ...
Key Benefits of Part-Time PhD Study. Maintain an income while studying. Maintain your employment rights, such as a pension. Improve your future employability whilst working. Ability to balance family commitments with studying. Keep "in touch" with the working environment. Opportunity to engage in research in relation to working life.
The main difference between part-time PhDs and full-time study is the length of the course. By the end of the PhD you will have completed the same amount of work and produced a full length thesis.. While most students in our Pulse survey data are interested in full-time PhDs, those in the upper age groups (45+ years) are more likely to consider part-time (37% versus 15% between 18-44 year olds).
The average tuition fee for part time PhD study in the UK is approximately £2,356 per academic year for home students, and between £8,000 to £12,500 for international students. This is typically 50% of the fee charged for an equivalent full time doctorate. However, a handful of universities use a prorated fee of up to 60% so it's important ...
Part-time structure. The Department of Computer Science and Technology could offer a part-time route to the PhD. At present, the University allows a part-time route which is 60% or 75% of a fulltime PhD route for which the minimum number of terms: 60% route -15 terms minimum; maximum number of terms for a part-time student is 21 terms. 75% ...
Part-time doctoral research. Our part-time doctoral students make up an important part of our research community. At Reading, we recognise the distinct nature of studying part time, and we have a wealth of experience and resources to help you succeed. If you are thinking of studying for a doctorate part time, you will be in good company.
Anglia Ruskin University. (4.1) 2 years Full time degree: £4,712 per year (UK) 2.5 years Full time degree: £4,712 per year (UK) 3 years Part time degree: £2,356 per year (UK) 3.5 years Part time degree: £2,356 per year (UK) Apply now Visit website Request info Book event. Compare.
The part-time Executive PhD programme in Private Sector Development (preferably for Emerging Economies) allows working professionals and researchers with full-time or part-time jobs to combine their careers with obtaining a PhD. Read more. Self-Funded PhD Students OnlyNetherlands PhD Programme. More Details.
How long does a part-time research degree take? The time to complete your degree may vary. However, the minimum registration period for a part-time PhD is 48 months (4 years) while the maximum is 96 months (8 years). For part-time MPhil students, the minimum registration period is 30 months while the maximum is 72 months.
27,930 EUR / year. 2 years. Within the Medicine PhD course from University of East Anglia you'll successful completion of this two year, full-time or four year, part-time postgraduate research degree will enable you to complete a doctoral level research degree. Doctorate / Full-time, Part-time / On Campus.
18% of Oxford's graduate students are undertaking a part-time degree. The University of Oxford offers a wide range of high-quality and flexible part-time graduate courses, with over 70 programmes to choose from.
The funding for the PhD usually covers the full fee and a stipend at the UKRI rate plus an allowance of £1,500 per year for researcher training for three years (or part-time equivalent). Successful candidates benefit from expert supervisory teams, a programme of postgraduate researcher development workshops and membership of specialist ...
MPhil/PhD Programmes. There are over 400 research students at the Institute who come from a range of backgrounds including psychology, psychiatry, nursing, social work and basic sciences. Our MPhil/PhD programme allows students to carry out research in any of our 14 departments and in a wide variety of areas; from molecular genetics and biology ...
A PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) is the highest level of academic qualification you can achieve. It usually takes three to four years to complete full-time, or up to eight years part-time. During your PhD, you will work on an original research topic under the guidance of our supervisors. At NTU, we encourage and support a huge range of PhD ...
The time that part-time students spend in Cambridge makes up just a part of their study commitment. Students are required to study for a set proportion of the full-time commitment. For PhD students, this proportion can be set at either 60% or 75% of full-time study, in consultation with a department. For MPhil students, the proportion is set at ...
PhD by thesis. This is the most common means of getting a Doctorate. Over the three or four years of research at university, your PhD supervisor will support you as you aim to produce a thesis based on your research proposal. A thesis is typically 60,000-90,000 words in length - although this can vary between institutions.
A part-time PhD in the UK is an academic programme that covers the same learning material as a full-time PhD, but requires that you spend less time every week engaging in research. The main difference between these two variants is that a part-time PhD takes more time to complete. For example, while a standard PhD takes between three and four ...
PhDs. Depending on the field of study you are interested in, you may be able to apply for a pre-defined PhD project, or you may need to develop your own research idea. Research in the fields of medicine, science and engineering tend to require you to: compete for a place on a partially or fully funded programme (often with competitive ...
Part-time PhD programmes. Part-time PhD students visit Cambridge for short periods of attendance under the visitor immigration route. Students will be based overseas, studying for the majority of their time outside of the UK and only intend to come to Cambridge for short periods for certain activities across the year. From a visa perspective ...
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