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Study with Doctoral College UK

​If you study with Doctoral College UK it is important to note that we only deliver Level 11 and Level 12 Post Graduate studies.​

However, it is easy to begin your postgraduate study with us, and every year we help all of our successful applications achieve extraordinary things. IELTS at the correct level for postgraduate study is one of the essentials requirements that you will need to help you get your application started.

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IELTS

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) requirement for a Tier 4 Visa to study in the UK at Post-Graduate level requires an average band score of 6.5 for with a minimum band score of 6.0 in all categories.

 

Proficiency testing

During staged progressions with evidence for Academic/Assignment/Chapter Writing’ and with Oral Presentation sessions where students listen to instructions and discuss their research. Students English will be assessed, and feedback recommendations will be made to stimulate continuous improvement. Support for English improvement is available via the English Teaching Unit, however this is normally at an extra cost.

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Modes of study

When you study with Doctoral College UK you either Study On-line and continue working or you study On-Campus with face to face teaching. During your application process it is wise to seek advice from the admissions team on scholarships and modes of study to get the package available for your career prospects.

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Inquiry Based Learning - Research Rich Learning​

Inquiry based learning is the preferred teaching and learning philosophy for DCUK and is an increasing independent endeavour of growth. Students develop skills around each element of the inquiry process over time. One course may introduce some aspects of the inquiry process with a great degree of guidance and facilitation from instructors. Advanced courses may expand to include all four elements with students largely directing their own learning.​​

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Research qualifications leading to PhD​

  • Undergraduate entry

  • Postgraduate entry

  • MPhil entry

  • DCUK Qualifications entry​​

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Research retreats (CPD) PhD training​

  • 2 days of study per retreat

  • On-Line or On-Campus

  • 5 Different retreats

  • 5 Difference research skills and knowledge practice​​

How to use Moodle - Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

To ensure users of the Virtual Learning Environment are able to develop a speedy level of competence, a series of Moodle training videos are available to provide the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the VLE with confidence.

Understanding the UK Credits & Qualifications Framework

This document illustrates how "Qualifications can Cross Boundaries". The “Qualifications can cross Boundaries” leaflet is published by the regulators in the UK and the Republic of Ireland. The document itself states under ‘how to use this leaflet’: “This makes it possible to draw comparisons, between qualifications and their levels for each country in the UK.” This web-page illustrates the framework in detail to enable everyone to understand the UK Credits and Qualifications transferability across the UK.

Become a Research Fellow
Becoming a Research Fellow (RF-DCUK) is recognition that you are a professional researcher working in a senior role with significant autonomy and responsibility. It is the chosen career level with senior research fellow being the highest level of membership as it demonstrates your wealth of experience, commitment and contribution to research.

Become a PhD Supervisor
Who is this course for - This course is for anyone who is currently supervising Masters dissertations, who is seeking to be supervising PhD students in the near future.  It is also for returning supervisors to get back up to date. When should I do this course - It is a UK expectation that all new PhD supervisors complete this course and it is repeated every 5 years. â€‹

 

Have a question

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Book a Session

You can book a session with our Admissions Team to ask any questions that you may have.

These sessions will provide you with an opportunity to ask us any questions about applications, your offer, meeting entry requirements, arrival and induction, accommodation, student support etc.

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