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DAg Professional Doctorate in Agriculture

DAg Professional Doctorate in Agriculture

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Study mode

Distance without attendance

Duration

5 years

Start date

JAN-25

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

DAgriFood - Doctorate in Agriculture and Food

Subject areas

Agriculture (General)

Course type

Research

Course Summary

The aim of this Professional Doctorate programme is to produce a qualification which, whilst being equivalent in status and challenge to a PhD, is more appropriate for those pursuing professional rather than academic careers. Our DAg programme comprises taught modules and two work-based research projects, carried out through two-day workshops, distance learning and a mixture of live and virtual supervisory meetings. While the primary academic focus is on the completion of an advanced piece of research, the collaborative route provided by a work-based research project provides an ideal opportunity to embed new knowledge in the work place and ensure that research is relevant to industry. As such, it is crucial that a student’s employer is supportive of both their research aims and the time commitment that the proposed research will involve. Self-employed students should aim to undertake research which will be closely aligned to their business.

Overview

The Professional Doctorate of Agriculture is delivered in two parts:

Part I is undertaken for a minimum of two years and comprises two taught modules from the MSc Sustainable and Efficient Food Production and ‘Research Methods taught module; and a portfolio of work or a research thesis (approximately 20,000 words in length). Each taught module is worth 20 credits and takes 12 or 14 weeks to complete. The short Part I thesis should involve analysing existing data from the candidate’s workplace. For example: Reviewing historical mineral deficiency data by species and region; analysing and interpreting the findings. Students may exit here with an MRes.
• Part II is undertaken for a minimum of three years and comprises a longer portfolio of work or a research thesis (up to 60,000 words). It will involve experimentation and must embody the methodology and results of original research. It should, ideally, be built upon the Part 1 thesis. Thus, from the example above, could be something like: Changing practices and introducing innovation to combat mineral deficiencies.

Modules

The main focus of the work should be the review and analysis of existing data from the student's workplace.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£1,976

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£1,976

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements: Candidates must hold a 2:2 Bachelors (Honours) degree in agricultural /biological science or a closely related discipline, or equivalent, with at least two years relevant experience in a responsible position in the agri-food sector. Other Requirements Applicants should submit a full research proposal at the point of application.

University information

Since 1872, Aberystwyth University has built a global reputation for teaching excellence and ground-breaking research. This institution consistently ranks among the top universities in the UK, offering an exceptional university experience. Aberystwyth University is committed to providing outstanding teaching within a welcoming, supportive and inclusive environment. Aberystwyth is known for its stunning location on the west coast of Wales....more

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