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Lancaster University: Dementia Studies
| Institution | Lancaster University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Health Research |
| Web | www.lancaster.ac.uk |
| fhm-pg-admissiona@lancaster.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01524 593936 |
| Study type | Research |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
Research into dementia is increasingly being given funding priority, reflecting both national and worldwide emphases on the importance of improving care. The UK Government has pledged to be a ‘world leader in dementia care and research,’ and stated that by 2020 the UK should be ‘the best place in the world to undertake research into dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases’.
Our prestigious Division of Health Research is home to the Centre for Ageing Research and a number of staff who are internationally recognised experts in dementia. The PhD in Dementia Studies is your chance to work with these world-leading academics on the production of a thesis that makes an original contribution to knowledge development within your area of professional practice.
Combining innovative distance learning and an annual academy held at the University, this part-time, flexible degree will help you to gain deeper critical insight into the theories, research and practices relating to dementia.
Undertaken on a part-time basis over the course of four to five years, the PhD in Dementia Studies begins with a compulsory five-day induction academy at the University. Each of the subsequent academic years start with a complusory three-day autumn academy. The rest of the course is delivered via e-learning.
Due to the ongoing situation with Covid-19 (coronavirus), the Autumn Academies scheduled for September 2020 will now take place virtually rather than on our Lancaster campus. We hope to revert to our normal campus-based Academies from September 2021. Please contact either your supervisor or fhmpgoffice@lancaster.ac.uk, for more information.
Our selection of taught courses will enhance your skills in up-to-date research techniques and provide you with knowledge that extends beyond a single discipline, so you’ll graduate with a wide range of skills that aid employability. Throughout your studies, we will support you as you enhance your leadership skills and effectiveness, and as you develop advanced skills in research design, practice and dissemination. You’ll foster critical approaches to the review of evidence and improve your written and oral presentation skills.
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in a relevant subject. We may also consider non-standard applicants, please contact us for information. We may ask you to provide a recognised English language qualification, dependent upon your nationality and where you have studied previously. We normally require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 5.5 in each element of the test. We also consider other English language qualifications. |
| Location | Main Site Admissions Bailrigg Lancaster LA1 4YW |
Summary
This programme offers you a flexible approach to your study due to its innovative blend of face-to-face and distance learning approaches. The curriculum provides opportunities to gain a deeper and more critical insight into dementia theory and practice from academics who are internationally recognised in this field. Additionally it provides you with the opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and develop advanced skills in research design, practice and dissemination.
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in a relevant subject. We may also consider non-standard applicants, please contact us for information. We may ask you to provide a recognised English language qualification, dependent upon your nationality and where you have studied previously. We normally require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 5.5 in each element of the test. We also consider other English language qualifications. |
| Location | Main Site Admissions Bailrigg Lancaster LA1 4YW |
Fees
| England | 3660 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 3660 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 3660 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 3660 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 9520 GBP for Year 1 |
Lancaster University
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