3-year PhD (full-time), 6-year PhD (part-time)
Academic Year 2024/25
Programme specification summary
Awarding body
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Programme title
3-year (full-time) or 6-year (part-time) PhD in Aeronautical Engineering; Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering; Automotive Engineering; Business; Chemical Engineering; Chemistry; Civil and Building Engineering (Built Environment); Communication and Media; Computer Science; Creative Arts; Drama; Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering; English; English and Drama (publishing and communication); Geography; Geography (Human and Social); Institute for Design Innovation; Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance; Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation; Institute for Media & Creative Industries; Institute for Sport Business; Institute of International Management; 黑料网 Design School; Materials; Mathematical Sciences; Mathematics Education Centre; Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering; Physics; Politics, History and International Relations; Social Sciences; Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences
Primary award
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
Mode of Study
Full-time and Part-time
Programme length
Full-time: 3 years (with a maximum submission time of 4 years) Part-time: 6 years (with a maximum submission time of 7 years)
Owning school/department
- School of Aeronautical, Automotive, Chemical and Materials Engineering
- School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering
- School of Business and Economics
- School of Design and Creative Arts
- 黑料网 London
- School of Science
- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences
- School of Social Sciences
- Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering
Campus
黑料网 and London
Admissions criteria
/study/postgraduate/research-degrees/
Date at which the programme specification was published
TBC
Accreditation
None
Programme aims
The programme aims to equip Doctoral Researchers with the skills to design and carry out a research project, resulting in a thesis which will provide a contribution to knowledge and contain original work worthy of publication.
The programme will provide training in research methods appropriate to the particular field of study and allow Doctoral Researchers to become well acquainted with the general field of knowledge to which their research project relates.
Benchmarks
Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:
- The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degrees
- Doctoral Degree Characteristics Statement (QAA)
- Credit Level Descriptors for Higher Education (SEEC)
- 黑料网 Quality Reviews
- Research Council Annual Reviews
Learning outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
On successful completion of this programme, Doctoral Researchers should be able to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of:
- subject-specific literature applicable to their area of research
- relevant methods and techniques applicable to their area of research
Skills and other attributes
Subject-specific cognitive skills:
On successful completion of this programme, Doctoral Researchers should be able to:
- lead on the creation, development and implementation of a significant programme of research that will lead to new knowledge disseminated through the production of a PhD thesis
- demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their field
- critically evaluate current research and research techniques and methodologies
Subject-specific practical skills:
On successful completion of this programme, Doctoral Researchers should be able to:
- have knowledge of and be able to apply appropriate methods used in their field
Key transferable skills:
- be able to act autonomously in the planning and implementation of research
- clearly present material and arguments orally and in writing, to a range of audiences
- have self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems
- report research outcomes in an appropriate way for the intended audience
- demonstrate time management and organisational skills to plan and implement efficient and effective modes of working
University regulations
University Regulations for Postgraduate Research study are set out in Regulation XXVI (Higher Degrees by Research).
Programme structure
Part R1
Doctoral Researchers will complete the following:
- Full-time Doctoral Researchers are normally expected to complete 10 days per annum of professional development training, with part-time Doctoral Researchers completing a suitable equivalent.
- Submission of a 1000-word research report at 6 months for part-time Doctoral Researchers.
- Submission of a 2,000-word research report at the mid-way point of Part R1 and submission of a satisfactory 10,000-word research report (end of Part report) towards the end of Part R1 in accordance with the provisions of Regulation XXVI.
Typically, the timetable for reports in R1 will follow the schedule below.
| Time spent in R1 | 6 months | 12 months | 24 months |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | 2,000-word mid-part report | 10,000-word end of part report | |
| Part-time | 1,000-word research report | 2,000-word mid-part report | 10,000-word end of part report |
Part R2
Doctoral Researchers will complete the following:
- Full-time Doctoral Researchers are normally expected to complete 10 days per annum of professional development training, with part-time Doctoral Researchers completing a suitable equivalent.
- PhD candidates: Submission of a mid-part review for part time Doctoral Researchers, and a satisfactory 10,000-word research report (end of Part report) towards the end of Part R2 in accordance with the provisions of Regulation XXVI.
Typically, the timetable for reports in R2 will follow the schedule below.
| Time spent in R2 | 12 months | 24 months |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | 10,000-word end of part report | |
| Part-time | Mid-part report | 10,000-word end of part report |
MPhil candidates: Submission of their formal MPhil thesis for examination in accordance with the provisions of Regulation XXVI at the end of part R2.
Part R3
Doctoral Researchers will complete the following:
- Full-time Doctoral Researchers are normally expected to complete 10 days per annum of professional development training, with part-time Doctoral Researchers completing a suitable equivalent.
- Submission of a mid-part report for part time Doctoral Researchers.
- At the end of R3, submission of a formal PhD thesis for examination in accordance with the provisions of Regulation XXVI.
Typically, the timetable for reports in R3 will follow the schedule below.
| Time spent in R3 | 12 months | 24 months |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | PhD submission | |
| Part-time | Mid-part report | PhD submission |
Where the thesis is not ready for submission at the end of part R3, Doctoral Researchers must submit a written report detailing the plan for submission (this is expected 12 months into R3 for full-time Doctoral Researchers and at 24 months into R3 for part- time Doctoral Researchers).
Criteria for Progression and Degree Award
To progress from Part R1 to Part R2 and from Part R2 to Part R3, and to be eligible for an award, candidates must satisfy the assessment requirements set out in Regulation XXVI. Candidates must complete all the requirements for each Part outlined above in order to progress to the next Part. If an end of part report does not meet the standards required for progression, candidates may undertake further work and resubmit the report on one occasion only in accordance with the provisions of Regulation XXVI.