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University of Buckingham: Professional Doctorate in Public Policy and Political Economy
| Institution | University of Buckingham |
|---|---|
| Department | Humanities and Social Sciences View department profile |
| Web | www.buckingham.ac.uk |
| Study type | Research |
Summary
This unique Professional Doctorate programme is aimed at individuals who are working in, or who have previously worked in, an area of public policy practice (for example, a think tank, charity, in journalism, in the civil service or a central bank, or as a political researcher). Teachers of economics and politics can also take the programme. The format of teaching and research provides a structured, but flexible, framework making this the ideal way to combine doctoral studies with professional life.
The programme leads to the qualification "Doctor of Public Policy and Political Economy" and will be an important qualification for those wishing to advance a career in any area of public policy or advance an academic career. We also welcome students later in life who, as well as studying for the qualification, will be able to share their experience with other students at the study weekends.
Professional Doctorate
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Good Honours (2.1 or above) BA or BSc degree in an appropriate discipline or a relevant Masters degree. If you only have a Masters degree, you must have achieved an average of 60 per cent or above. In addition, you must have had two years’ work experience in a relevant area if you are currently working. Alternatively, you can enter the programme if you have had ten years’ previous relevant work experience if you are no longer working in a public policy area or if you are not working at all. |
| Location | Main Site Hunter Street Buckingham MK18 1EG |
Fees
| EU | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| International | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| England | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Good Honours (2.1 or above) BA or BSc degree in an appropriate discipline or a relevant Masters degree. If you only have a Masters degree, you must have achieved an average of 60 per cent or above. In addition, you must have had two years’ work experience in a relevant area if you are currently working. Alternatively, you can enter the programme if you have had ten years’ previous relevant work experience if you are no longer working in a public policy area or if you are not working at all. |
| Location | Main Site Hunter Street Buckingham MK18 1EG |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Good Honours (2.1 or above) BA or BSc degree in an appropriate discipline or a relevant Masters degree. If you only have a Masters degree, you must have achieved an average of 60 per cent or above. In addition, you must have had two years’ work experience in a relevant area if you are currently working. Alternatively, you can enter the programme if you have had ten years’ previous relevant work experience if you are no longer working in a public policy area or if you are not working at all. |
| Location | Main Site Hunter Street Buckingham MK18 1EG |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Good Honours (2.1 or above) BA or BSc degree in an appropriate discipline or a relevant Masters degree. If you only have a Masters degree, you must have achieved an average of 60 per cent or above. In addition, you must have had two years’ work experience in a relevant area if you are currently working. Alternatively, you can enter the programme if you have had ten years’ previous relevant work experience if you are no longer working in a public policy area or if you are not working at all. |
| Location | Main Site Hunter Street Buckingham MK18 1EG |
Fees
| EU | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| International | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| England | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 23112 GBP for Whole course |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Good Honours (2.1 or above) BA or BSc degree in an appropriate discipline or a relevant Masters degree. If you only have a Masters degree, you must have achieved an average of 60 per cent or above. In addition, you must have had two years’ work experience in a relevant area if you are currently working. Alternatively, you can enter the programme if you have had ten years’ previous relevant work experience if you are no longer working in a public policy area or if you are not working at all. |
| Location | Main Site Hunter Street Buckingham MK18 1EG |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Good Honours (2.1 or above) BA or BSc degree in an appropriate discipline or a relevant Masters degree. If you only have a Masters degree, you must have achieved an average of 60 per cent or above. In addition, you must have had two years’ work experience in a relevant area if you are currently working. Alternatively, you can enter the programme if you have had ten years’ previous relevant work experience if you are no longer working in a public policy area or if you are not working at all. |
| Location | Main Site Hunter Street Buckingham MK18 1EG |
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