This degree programme enables eligible candidates who have not previously been able to register for a higher degree but have been research active and publishing – or making research available – in the public domain, to submit a collection of works for consideration for the award of a PhD.
PhD on the Basis of Prior Published Works in Medical Studies
| Duration | 0-1 year OR 1 year maximum |
| Course type | Part-time |
| Study location | Plymouth |
Peninsula Medical School (PMS) sits within the Faculty of Health at the University of Plymouth. By studying with us you will be joining a dynamic research community of students, academics and staff that are doing their bit to tackle some of the greatest problems impacting science and society. Supported by internationally recognised academics, you will work closely with a Director of Studies to curate and frame your research into a portfolio for examination.
Course details
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Programme overview
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Prior to acceptance onto the programme, an applicant will be asked to produce a report providing an overview of the publications/contributions they have made (hereafter referred to as the prima facie case). This will be independently reviewed to ensure the applicant broadly has an appropriate background and experience for acceptance onto the programme.Once accepted onto the programme, the programme is part-time with a maximum duration of 12 months. Candidates will work towards producing a research portfolio that will evidence they have:
- personally made a systematic study
- shown independent, critical and original powers; and
- made a distinct contribution to knowledge.
In addition to the research outputs, the research portfolio must also include an integrative summary written by the candidate of between 7500-15000 words. The purpose of the integrative summary is to provide a critical overview and synthesis of the research outputs submitted and their contribution to the discipline. The submission as a whole must be framed as a single coherent research project.In preparing the research portfolio, the candidate will be advised and assisted by a Director of Studies (DoS) who is experienced in the subject area, and who has successfully supervised at least two doctoral level degrees to completion.
Entry requirements
Applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis. However, the programme is only open to experienced professionals with a proven track record in innovation within the domain. For full details on application process and what the programme entails, please read the section ‘AWD2 PhD on the Basis of Prior Published Works’ in the
University of Plymouth Academic Regulations
.
Fees, costs and funding
Please visit
tuition fees for postgraduate research
for information about fees.
You are responsible for meeting all of the costs related to your own research project, beyond the resources available in the department.
Please visit our postgraduate research
money matters page
to find out more about issues related to fees, funding, loans and paying for your programme of study.
If you have other questions about the programme fees, please contact the Doctoral College at doctoralcollege@plymouth.ac.uk.
How to apply
The application process comprises two phases:
- Phase 1: Expression of Interest (no fee)
- Phase 2: Full prima facie application (fee payable)
Phase 1: Expression of Interest
Applicants must first submit an Expression of Interest to the University’s
Doctoral College
Admissions Team research.degree.admissions@plymouth.ac.uk - comprising:
Applicants must first submit an Expression of Interest to the University’s
- an abstract of their research (of no more than 300 words)
- a list of the works on which the submission is likely to be based, and
- a curriculum vitae (no longer than 5 pages)
There is no fee attached to this phase of application.
The Doctoral College will, having consulted with relevant Faculties, send the application for consideration by the appropriate school within the University.
The purpose of this stage is to enable the University to determine whether resources and expertise are available to support the applicant to completion of the degree within this area of study.
Phase 2: Full prima facie application
If, under Phase 1 (above), a Faculty confirms that it has the resources and expertise to support the research content to completion, candidates must submit a full application within three months of the Phase 1 outcome. The purpose of Phase 2 is to satisfy the University that a prima facie case can be made for candidature.
An application ‘reading fee’ is payable for this phase. Details of application and tuition fees for postgraduate research students are linked from our
fees and funding page
.
The Faculty Doctoral Committee will determine whether a prima facie case exists and if accepted then the applicant will be permitted to enrol for the degree and to prepare their submission for examination.
The successful candidate will be assigned a supervisory team and have a maximum of 12 months from the time of approval of the prima facie case to prepare their final submission for examination.
For full details on how to apply and what the programme entails, please read the section ‘AWD2 PhD on the Basis of Prior Published Works’ in the University's academic regulations which can be found on our
student regulations, policies and procedures
article.
When you are ready to make an application, please complete an
expression of interest template
and return it to research.degree.admissions@plymouth.ac.uk.
Useful information
Identify your area of interest
From basic research discovering the causes of disease, through to evaluating novel ways of delivering care to the most vulnerable, the PIHR community conducts adventurous world-leading research to improve the health and care of the populations we serve
Answering your questions
Thinking about a research degree at University of Plymouth? You will find a wealth of useful information from how to apply, to fees, studentships and beyond within our dedicated postgraduate research degree pages
Doctoral College
The Doctoral College works with staff and students across the entire University to ensure that our diverse community of postgraduate and postdoctoral early career researchers is offered the best possible experience
Staff directory
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Funding for postgraduate research students
If you are considering starting a postgraduate research course, you could get help to pay for your course and living costs.
Doctoral College
Find out more about the Doctoral College and the support it offers students, supervisors and examiners of postgraduate research at the University of Plymouth.
