Doctor of Information Science

Robert Gordon University

United Kingdom, Aberdeen

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Duration6 year(s)

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GBP 5,700 / Year

Next IntakeFebruary 1, 2023

Doctor of Information Science

About

The Doctor of Information Science (DInfSc) at Robert Gordon University is a practitioner-focused doctoral degree, equivalent in terms of academic rigour to a PhD but more applied in nature. It has been designed for experienced professionals working in a strategic, information or knowledge management environment.

The aim of the degree is to generate new knowledge and understanding that will contribute to enhancing the policies and practice of modern information science. It offers a much more flexible and structured programme of information management and research study than the traditional PhD route.

You will have the opportunity to undertake research in the following areas: Information and Knowledge Management, Information Literacies and Behaviours, Information Services, Knowledge Organisation, Information and Society, Information Governance and Information Technologies.

You will undertake a tailored study programme comprisinga doctoral level dissertation of around 60000 words that makes an original contribution to professional practice.

You will also study60 credits of taught modules which you will select (with advice from your supervisor) to consolidate or extend your specialist subject knowledge.Taught subject modules can be studied online via campus moodle.

Learning Methods

Within the taught element you will learn through a combination of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars and workshops. Contact hours total 50 hours per module.

How long is a Doctor of Information Science course?

The Doctor of Information Science course can be completed within:

3 - 4 years (1)
4 - 6 years (part time)

Independent Study

You will be expected to study independently for approximately 50 hours per module.

Staff Delivering on This Course

The taught element of the degree is taught by Information Management staff members who have a great breadth of experience and specialist knowledge within their chosen fields.

Feedback

We aim to provide you with feedback within 20 working days of hand-in for all written exams, coursework and practical exams.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Applicants with lower qualification and / or relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis. Contact Admissions for information: [email protected]
Students who do not meet our direct entry requirements may be able to undertake a pre-masters programme through our International College at Robert Gordon University

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5

English Program Requirements

Most postgraduate courses require an IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each area. Some courses require a higher English Language score. Always check the relevant course page and our English Language Requirements page before applying.

Career

Job Prospects

The degree aims to support your personal development to allow you to achieve a greater level of effectiveness as a professional or manager. On completion, you will have the ability to innovate and implement new ideas in practice and enhance your performance in senior positions throughout your career.

CAREERS

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How to Apply

Completing an existing course (for example passing your Bachelors before coming to do a Masters with us). Please upload your degree documents to your Apply Yourself record or email the Admissions Office with these.
Proving that your English language is good enough for University-level study. In this case you should send us a copy of your IELTS or TOEFL certificate as soon as it is available. Please upload these documents to your Apply Yourself record or email the Admissions Office with these.
Making a pre-payment (deposit) for international students. In this case you must arrange to pay the University before we can release an Unconditional Offer. To find out how to do this, please visit the Making Payment page.

Doctor of Information Science

Robert Gordon University

United Kingdom, Aberdeen

Go to Official Website