Doctorate in Health and Social Care Practice

University of Derby

The Doctor in Health and Social Care Practice (DPrac) online programme is ideal for registered health professionals working across a wide variety of health and social care environments (hospital, community, primary care, government, national organisations). You will: focus on a major independent study which will help you develop professionally and personally in your working role; gain high-calibre research skills to generate new insights for the benefit of your own organisation and the health and social care community at large; learn from academic staff who are active in the health and social care sectors and in research; take a structured approach to studying at doctoral level, supported at every stage by an academic team who have a breadth and depth of knowledge around health and social care; fit your studies around your personal commitments: we offer a flexible route to complete a doctoral award, with a minimum registration period of four years, to a maximum of eight; study from anywhere in the world and study alongside other students from across the globe; if you’re a working professional committed to extending your understanding and improving your practice, the Doctor in Health and Social Care Practice is an excellent choice.