12 PhD programmes offered by the university

The Clinical Studies programme from The University of Lancashire is designed to empower healthcare practitioners to drive change and innovation in their workplace by applying cutting-edge research to real-life practice.

The Business Administration DBA offered at The University of Lancashire enables senior professionals to turn research into impact. You’ll conduct applied research that advances both theory and practice. You'll produce innovative solutions that improve organisational performance and drive sustainable business transformation.

This Education course at The University of Lancashire has been designed for professionals with solid experience of working in an educational setting. It leads to a doctoral level qualification.

The Oral Surgery programme from The University of Lancashire provides academic, professional, clinical and research training for dentists wanting to excel and specialise in dentistry.

Advance your expertise with a research degree in Anthropology, Human Geography and Development Studies from The University of Lancashire. You will explore, research and innovate throughout your degree.

The Postgraduate Research Degrees in Psychology from The University of Lancashire will enable you to enhance your skills as a researcher and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in this field.

Our Professional Doctorate in Psychotherapy Studies at The University of Lancashire is designed for experienced psychotherapists or health professionals who wish to contribute to research and the advancement of knowledge and practice in this field.

Suitable for a broad range of healthcare practitioners, the Professional Doctorate in Health (DProf) at The University of Lancashire is an exciting initiative, and will provide you with a high level, vocationally focused award.

Our unique Professional Practice Community and Social Care - Policy and Practice degree at The University of Lancashire is delivered entirely online, offering you a flexible route into doctorate-level study. 

On our MA by Research or PhD in English Literature, American Studies and Creative Writing at The University of Lancashire you'll research your chosen topic in depth, guided by an experienced team of expert supervisors.

The Professional Doctorate in Criminal Justice at The University of Lancashire provides an alternative award for the traditional Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Work with leading scholars on a project of your choice. Make a significant and original contribution to knowledge through a research degree in Archaeology or Anthropology from The University of Lancashire.