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Course options

  • Qualification

    DProf - Doctor of Professional Studies

  • Location

    Online Learning

  • Study mode

    Part time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    5 Years

Course summary

Our Professional Doctorate in Psychotherapy Studies is designed for experienced psychotherapists or health professionals who wish to contribute to research and the advancement of knowledge and practice in this field.


This programme is only available as an online course, which provides high quality learning and teaching combined with flexible study.


This innovative online doctoral programme is equivalent in status and challenge to a PhD. We welcome applications from experienced psychotherapists and other health professionals who have an advanced research interest.


The course focuses on your development as a professional and your ability to lead and contribute to research in this field. As such, this award is about career, professional and personal development and expertise.


All learning will take place online. Meetings with your tutor will take place either via video conferencing tools or in person if convenient for you. You’ll engage in interactive discussions and debates in a virtual environment, giving you opportunities to explore and advance your knowledge and engage in critical reflection.


Why study with us


  • This course is delivered entirely online, so you can work flexibly and combine personal development with your everyday professional practice.
  • You’ll be supported and encouraged to communicate your research findings in peer reviewed journals, enabling you to make a contribution to both theory and practice in psychotherapy.

Future Careers


This course has been specially designed to advance your career development as a psychotherapy professional who is engaged in research which will advance knowledge and professional practice within the field. This will lead to associated benefits for your employer, patients, clients and the wider profession.

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Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 2,755per year

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University information

University of Lancashire

  • University League Table

    90th

  • Campus address

    Preston Campus, Preston, Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 2HE, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    69th out of 118

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    106 52%

    83rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    69.0 69%

    19th

    30
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.18 80%

    34th

    54

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