Overview
The Doctorate in Health and Social Care (DHaSC) is a programme of advanced study, uniquely designed to develop the research and leadership capacity of health and social care practitioners and professionals.
The core purpose of the programme is to foster the development of research which complements practitioners and policy professionals. This programme is suitable for staff working across all levels of seniority in health and social care.
What’s next for my career?
By undertaking a PhD at the University of Hertfordshire, you will gain:
- an internationally recognised research qualification
- advanced subject expertise at postgraduate level
- research skills through practice and extensive research experience.
Employers are consistently looking for high caliber graduates with advanced skills who can demonstrate an intensive level of independence through research.
Programme Structure
Structure:
- The course develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills that are honed over an extended period, depending on the level of the award.
- This course combines guided learning with intensive doctoral supervision, allowing you to produce a focused research programme leading to the submission of a dissertation.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
- to apply, please email the Doctoral College
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Social Work Health Sciences View 67 other PhDs in Social Work in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
The entry requirements for the programme are:
- A Master's degree (normally at least 2:1 or above) in a relevant subject.
- An honours degree (normally at least 2:1 or above) in an appropriate discipline.
- A commitment to attend (either online or face to face) induction, guided learning and tutorial support up to three times per year of the programme (a maximum of six days).
Tuition Fee
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International
3810 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3810 GBP per year during 60 months. -
National
3465 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3465 GBP per year during 60 months.
Living costs for Hatfield
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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