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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
The PhD in Dementia Studies gives the opportunity for individuals with an interest in dementia (either academically or professionally) to undertake advanced study within their chosen field. The course promotes applied and critical thinking around theoretical and practice-based issues related to all aspects of dementia care. This programme is offered on a part-time basis via blended learning and attracts a wide range of UK-based students and international students.
**Programme overview**
Taught Modules - the current taught modules (subject to change) are:
- Dementia:
Theoretical approaches to the study of Dementia
Empirical research in this area across a range of topics including risk factors and cognitive impairment
Living with dementia
Research methods to evaluate interventions
- Undertaking research:
Philosophy of research
Research questions, methods and choices
Qualitative and quantitative data analysis
Diverse evidence synthesis and systematic review
- Principles of research design and ethical considerations:
The ethical consequences of different research designs and researching in different populations
Principles of research ethics
Writing a research proposal
Ethical approval and Governance procedures.
There are 180 credits of taught modules across years 1 and 2. Please note that students must achieve a minimum 60% weighted average across these taught modules in order to proceed to the research element of the PhD programme (Yr. 3 onwards).
**Research**
Year 3 and onwards will be spent undertaking a research project and will conclude with the submission of a thesis (35,000 words) that makes an original contribution to knowledge within your area of professional practice and of direct relevance to it. This research project will be supervised from Lancaster University but undertaken in your own location or workplace. Supervisions will be hosted online via MS Teams, plus face-to-face meetings during the annual Autumn Academy.
It is important that students develop a research idea that is within the interests and expertise of academic staff. Before applying we recommend that you explore the Centre for Ageing Research to find out whether we have expertise that matches your area(s) of interest. Currently our academic staff have expertise in the following areas:
Understanding the needs of family and carers and planning interventions to support them
Addressing the needs of older people and improving the provision of care in residential and nursing homes and in other environments, such as hospital wards
Public education and awareness of issues in ageing
Dementia and social care
Dementia, the arts and the environment
Longitudinal data analysis to examine patterns of long-term risk factors for cognitive impairment and dementias
Inequalities and public health impacts for older people, e.g. in minority groups
**Key Facts**
PhD Dementia Studies is delivered by Blending Learning. Blended learning refers to the methods of interaction between students and course tutors / supervisors on a programme. Teaching and research activities are carried out through a combination of face-to-face and online interaction. The Lancaster-based academies that occur each year give you the chance to meet your programme peers and the academic team. Online interactions use our virtual learning environment and include discussion forums, collaborative digital spaces and video conferencing.
Each of the subsequent academic years start with an optional three-day Autumn Academy at Lancaster University. The remainder of the course is taught online.
| 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 6.0 in each element of the test. We also consider other English language qualifications. |
| Location | Main Site Admissions Bailrigg Lancaster LA1 4YW |
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 compulsory three-day autumn academy. The rest of the course is delivered via e-learning.
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 6.0 in each element of the test. We also consider other English language qualifications. |
| Location | Main Site Admissions Bailrigg Lancaster LA1 4YW |
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 |
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