Post Graduate Courses That Award: Doctoral Degree
A Doctoral Degree is at Level 10 on the NFQ. Anyone hoping to enter a doctoral programme should have already achieved an Honours Bachelor Degree. In some cases, a Masters Degree might be required. Usually, those entering a programme like this who only hold an Honours Bachelor Degree initially register for a research Masters Degree or provisional doctoral candidature. Upon successful completion of this initial stage, the candidate acquires full doctoral candidature. Doctoral programmes are between three and four years in duration. ECTS credits can be used in doctoral programmes for the taught elements. A number of various types of doctoral courses now exist, which can include professional and performance/practice-based doctorates. Institutes of Technology, QQI and Universities award the Doctoral Degree.
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Anthropology - Research
Anthropology Course by Maynooth University - Maynooth, Co. KildareResearch degrees require considerable initiative on the part of the student to engage in independent, original scholarship. The Anthropology Department supports the students research offering professional and specialist modules in academic research in anthropology and through mentoring the research student throughout their research experience.
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Arts by Thesis & Research
Arts & Humanities Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. LimerickMary Immaculate College faculty offer academic leadership and postgraduate supervision within the traditional range of Arts research fields. Prospective Postgraduates are encouraged to explore the research interests of the relevant department and to discuss their own ideas for Research proposals with the respective Departments Heads or other faculty as appropriate. English Language and Literature French…
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Classics - Research
Classical Studies Course by Maynooth University - Maynooth, Co. KildareThe research programme equips students with the necessary skills in research, academic writing, and the ancient languages, along with any other specialist training required for their particular project. Above all, the Department aims to provide the opportunity for students to pursue their own specific research interests, working independently under the supervision of members of staff…
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Computer Science - Software Engineering
Computer Science Course by Maynooth University - Maynooth, Co. KildareThe MSc in Computer Science (Software Engineering) at Maynooth exposes graduates in computer science and related disciplines to the technical, methodological, organizational development of reliable software and information technology systems so that successful participants will be prepared to lead major projects in software engineering across industrial and commercial sectors.
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Design - PhD through Practice in Design - Research
Design Course by National College of Art & Design NCAD - DublinThe PhD through practice entails a practitioner producing a body of work within a critically reflective frame of enquiry with the intention of extending and innovating an area of design practice. Research in the School of Design is driven by three priorities: User-First Design, Design Sustainability, and Contemporary Practices in Art and Design. A vital…
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DesignCORE - Research & Enterprise (CORES)
Computing Course by Institute of Technology Carlow - Carlow Town, Co. CarlowDesignCORE supports design innovation within the SME sector in the region. The centre has also taken a lead role in building research and collaborative capacity between design educational providers nationally. The designCORE research group is at the forefront of academic design-led thinking nationally and IT Carlows leadership contribution to emerging knowledge and practice within the…
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Digital Humanities - Research
Cultural Studies Course by Maynooth University - Maynooth, Co. KildareA 4 year structured doctoral programme in Digital Humanities research. Students may carry out their research in An Foras Feasa, or with co-registration in a participating academic department (e.g. English, Music, Media Studies, History, Celtic Studies, Languages).
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Doctoral Degree in Divinity (DD)
Religious & Pastoral Education Course by St Patrick’s Pontifical University, Maynooth - Maynooth, Co. KildareIn order to register for courses leading to the Doctoral Degree in Divinity (DD), a student must hold at least a Licentiate in Divinity (STL) of second honours, Grade II (cum laude) or what in the judgement of the Faculty is regarded as an equivalent standard of theological study. A basic knowledge of Greek and…
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Economics / Finance - Research
Classroom Based, Business Course by Maynooth University - Maynooth, Co. KildareThe four year programme of study includes, in the first and possibly subsequent years, reading courses, taught courses, generalist and specialist skills seminars; while the second, third and the fourth years of the programme are dedicated primarily to research skills development and independent research.
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Education - PhD through Education - Research
Teaching courses Course by National College of Art & Design NCAD - DublinThe School of Education has a broad research remit in art, design and visual education including all levels of educational provision and is especially interested in encouraging innovative research approaches. While the PhD through Education is normally by written thesis, the School considers applications which employ alternative media. Contacting the College in advance of submitting…
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EngCORE is the focal point for the research interests of IT Carlows Faculty of Engineering. EngCORE brings together researchers from a range of knowledge domains to create, advance, and disseminate new technologies through industry focused research. Key research themes are closely aligned to identified areas of national priority including: Smart Materials & Mechanics encompassing mechanical…
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EnviroCORE - Research (CORES)
Science Course by Institute of Technology Carlow - Carlow Town, Co. CarlowEnviroCORE is focused on the development of biological and chemical environmental technologies that offer innovative solutions to environmental problems that support sustainable economic and social development. CORE Research Themes are: Phyto, vermi, and microbial technologies for waste treatment; Biomass production and biotransformation; Environmental bioindicators, biosensors and biomarkers; Environmental Modelling and risk.
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Fine Art - Research
Arts & Humanities Course by National College of Art & Design NCAD - DublinPursuing a PhD through fine art practice requires the production of a major body of work within a critically reflective frame of enquiry. PhD researchers are expected to extend and develop a particular area of art practice through practical work, exhibition and discursive production. Fine Art learning conditions support the integration of art production and…
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GameCORE - Research
Computing Course by Institute of Technology Carlow - Carlow Town, Co. CarlowGameCORE conducts both pure and applied research that focuses on the areas of Games Based Learning and Gamification. The research centre also conducts research in the areas of Ambient Assisted Living, Big Data, and Cyber security. GameCORE has strong links with industry, and has been involved with numerous collaborations, primarily funded by Enterprise Ireland and…
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HealthCORE - Research (CORES)
Healthcare Course by Institute of Technology Carlow - Carlow Town, Co. CarlowHealthCORE research is focused on three broad areas within the domain of the health sciences and wellbeing: Mens Health; Rehabilitation and Health; Exercise, Sport and Heath.
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Professional Doctorate in Educational and Child Psychology
Child Development Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. LimerickThe Doctorate in Educational and Child Psychology (DECPsy) is a highly sought-after three-year, full-time professional training course for candidates interested in pursuing a career as an educational psychologist. This course will equip candidates with the necessary competencies to work in a range of autonomous and collaborative professional roles that are performed by educational psychologists (EPs)…
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Structured PhD in Contemporary Irish Studies
Arts & Humanities Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. LimerickThe Structured PhD in Contemporary Irish Studies at Mary Immaculate College aims to provide a suite of modules that are focused on contemporary issues in Irish society, politics and culture. The focus will be on contemporary Irish studies, and how, specifically, the study of a series of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary areas of the Irish experience…
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Structured PhD / M Ed in Literacy Education
Education & Teaching Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. LimerickThe Structured PhD/M Ed in Literacy Education is a two-year Masters programme or a four-year Doctoral programme which endeavours to promote the development of research, critical thinking and communication skills within the context of the evolving nature of literacy in the twenty first century. In line with national and international recommendations, this programme seeks to…
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Visual Culture - Research
Arts & Humanities Course by National College of Art & Design NCAD - DublinThe School creates a community that fosters lively exchange, scholarly discussion and critical debate. The mix of disciplines in the School enables ambitious enquiries into all aspects of art and design, representation, cultural production, cultural consumption, material culture, visual and spatial culture and cultural politics. Themes are explored through a variety of methodologies and with…