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Birmingham Newman University: Doctor of Philosophy
Institution | Birmingham Newman University |
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Department | Interdepartmental |
Web | http://www.newman.ac.uk |
Study type | Research |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
A PhD is an independent piece of research and writing that presents an original contribution to existing knowledge, usually within a given discipline. The maximum length for a PhD thesis is 100,000 words. Students who gain the degree of PhD will have demonstrated:
The creation and interpretation of new knowledge, through original research or other advanced scholarship, of a quality to satisfy peer review, extend the forefront of the discipline, and merit publication;
A systematic acquisition and understanding of a substantial body of knowledge which is at the forefront of an academic discipline or area of professional practice;
The general ability to conceptualise, design and implement a project for the generation of new knowledge, applications or understanding at the forefront of the discipline, and to adjust the project design in the light of unforeseen problems;
A detailed understanding of applicable techniques for research and advanced academic enquiry.
The period of study for a PhD is:
Full-time candidates: typically 3 years; final deadline 4 years
Part-time candidates: typically 5 years; final deadline 6 years
Level | RQF Level 8 |
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Entry requirements | Please refer to the Birmingham Newman University website for details. |
Location | Birmingham Newman University Genners Lane Bartley Green Birmingham B32 3NT |
Summary
A PhD is an independent piece of research and writing that presents an original contribution to existing knowledge, usually within a given discipline. The maximum length for a PhD thesis is 100,000 words. Students who gain the degree of PhD will have demonstrated:
The creation and interpretation of new knowledge, through original research or other advanced scholarship, of a quality to satisfy peer review, extend the forefront of the discipline, and merit publication;
A systematic acquisition and understanding of a substantial body of knowledge which is at the forefront of an academic discipline or area of professional practice;
The general ability to conceptualise, design and implement a project for the generation of new knowledge, applications or understanding at the forefront of the discipline, and to adjust the project design in the light of unforeseen problems;
A detailed understanding of applicable techniques for research and advanced academic enquiry.
The period of study for a PhD is:
Full-time candidates: typically 3 years; final deadline 4 years
Part-time candidates: typically 5 years; final deadline 6 years
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Please refer to the Birmingham Newman University website for details. |
Location | Birmingham Newman University Genners Lane Bartley Green Birmingham B32 3NT |
Summary
A PhD is an independent piece of research and writing that presents an original contribution to existing knowledge, usually within a given discipline. The maximum length for a PhD thesis is 100,000 words. Students who gain the degree of PhD will have demonstrated:
- The creation and interpretation of new knowledge, through original research or other advanced scholarship, of a quality to satisfy peer review, extend the forefront of the discipline, and merit publication;
- A systematic acquisition and understanding of a substantial body of knowledge which is at the forefront of an academic discipline or area of professional practice;
- The general ability to conceptualise, design and implement a project for the generation of new knowledge, applications or understanding at the forefront of the discipline, and to adjust the project design in the light of unforeseen problems;
- A detailed understanding of applicable techniques for research and advanced academic enquiry.
The period of study for a PhD is:
Full-time candidates: typically 3 years; final deadline 4 years
Part-time candidates: typically 5 years; final deadline 6 years
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Please refer to the Birmingham Newman University website for details. |
Location | Birmingham Newman University Genners Lane Bartley Green Birmingham B32 3NT |
Summary
A PhD is an independent piece of research and writing that presents an original contribution to existing knowledge, usually within a given discipline. The maximum length for a PhD thesis is 100,000 words. Students who gain the degree of PhD will have demonstrated:
- The creation and interpretation of new knowledge, through original research or other advanced scholarship, of a quality to satisfy peer review, extend the forefront of the discipline, and merit publication;
- A systematic acquisition and understanding of a substantial body of knowledge which is at the forefront of an academic discipline or area of professional practice;
- The general ability to conceptualise, design and implement a project for the generation of new knowledge, applications or understanding at the forefront of the discipline, and to adjust the project design in the light of unforeseen problems;
- A detailed understanding of applicable techniques for research and advanced academic enquiry.
The period of study for a PhD is:
Full-time candidates: typically 3 years; final deadline 4 years
Part-time candidates: typically 5 years; final deadline 6 years
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Please refer to the Birmingham Newman University website for details. |
Location | Birmingham Newman University Genners Lane Bartley Green Birmingham B32 3NT |
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