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Doctor of Applied Social Research (Dementia Studies)

University of Stirling

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  • Qualification

    Doctoral Programme

  • Location

    University of Stirling

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    19-JAN-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

The social sciences and humanities services market is growing. There is an increased need for research-led policy responses to social challenges. (source: The Business Research Company, Jan 2025). The Doctor of Applied Social Research (DASR) course is suited to professionals from a wide range of social science backgrounds. Our tailored study pathways cover social work, criminal justice, family therapy, housing, dementia, substance use, social policy and applied social science. You’ll gain expert research skills that can be immediately put to work in your professional setting through our Professional Practice Project module. This allows you to consolidate your learning and skills in preparation for your subsequent thesis stage research. Our highly flexible course empowers you to study while you continue working. Become an effective social researcher On this professional doctorate you’ll learn important research skills including: how to design a research project that gets meaningful results how to interpret data and use it effectively in your projects the difference between qualitative and quantitative data, and the value of each for research how to use Reflexivity to support your development as a reflective practitioner who works in complex practice settings practical application of everything you’ve studied through assessments and group projects. You’ll produce an original thesis on a topic that interests you most.

Tuition fees

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£ 16,300per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Stirling

University of Stirling

  • University League Table

    51st

  • Campus address

    University of Stirling, University of Stirling, Stirling, Stirling, FK9 4LA, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sociology

    35th out of 101 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    172 82%

    5th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    63.0 63%

    42nd

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.92 73%

    90th

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