- How does traditional doctorate study differ from a professional doctorate?
- Where will I study?
- What study areas are available?
- What is the attendance pattern during my studies?
- What other academic support is available to me during my PhD studies?
- Do I need a research Question or area of enquiry?
- How much time should I allocate each week?
- Where would I study?
- What are the entry requirements?
- What are the fees?
How does traditional doctorate study differ from a professional doctorate?
Traditional doctoral study involves the student with supervisors who are expert in the subject area. An individual programme of study is designed for the student in addition to the attendance of relevant conferences. Students are usually allocated two expert supervisors, however, in some cases the use of a third advisor my also occur where necessary additional expertise is required.
Physiotherapy, podiatry and occupational therapy doctoral students will be based in the Clinical Research Centre in the School of Health Professions on the Eastbourne Campus.
What study areas are available?
The Clinical Research Centre is a multidisciplinary centre and has over a period of years developed strands which focus research interests and maximise research effort. These strands are:
Please click on the above links to see the diversity of topic areas included in these strands.
What is the attendance pattern during my studies?
Students agree a pattern of attendance for tutorials with their supervisors and this will vary according to whether the student is full-time or part-time
What other academic support is available to me during my PhD studies?
As a research student you are eligible to attend any postgraduate modules from within the faculty's graduate programme in heath and social science, or attend the University of Brighton certificate or diploma in research methodology. You will also be supported by the Research Student Division Leader and will attend an annual monitoring session with a member of staff other than your supervisor. You will also present work to date at a student conference.
There are several support mechanisms which are available for doctoral students to access such as discussion groups, and seminars provided by research divisions. Doctoral study does appeal more to independent learners. There are research seminars, research training and development sessions and seminars to support students.
Do I need a research question or area of enquiry?
Yes you will be expected to have a reasonable idea of the research question in order that you can be matched with a suitable supervisory team. You in conjunction with your supervisors will spend the first nine months to one year refining the question and the research proposal.
How much time should I allocate each week?
It is advisable to allocate about 15 hours of study per week to your PhD. This will vary according to where you are in the course of your study.
Physiotherapy, podiatry, occupational therapy and osteopathy students would be based in the Clinical Research Centre on the Eastbourne Campus
Information about current fees is available on the university's money page.
