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Are you ready to study for a Professional Doctorate?

Updated Thursday, 30 July 2020

To find out whether you are eligible to apply for a Professional Doctorate at The Open University, please complete the following questions.

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Explore Postgraduate Qualifications at The OU:

Professional Doctorates (EdD/DHSC)

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Professional Doctorate in Health and Social Care (DHSC)

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

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Succeeding in postgraduate study

This free course, Succeeding in postgraduate study, will help you to become familiar with the requirements and demands of postgraduate study and to develop the skills and confidence to pursue your learning further.

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Are you ready for postgraduate study?

This free course, Are you ready for postgraduate study, will help you to become familiar with the requirements and demands of postgraduate study and ensure you are ready to develop the skills and confidence to pursue your learning further.

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