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Explore the link between issues in the professional practice with relevant academic theory, and apply this to the critical investigation of problems, the creation of solutions and the introduction of change within the workplace. Develop pragmatic solutions by gaining a wider perspective to issues within the professional role, and draw theory from different academic disciplines to synthesize diverse ideas.
The Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) is a qualification that contributes directly to the enhancement of the global podiatric healthcare workforce. Suitable for both international and home students with existing qualifications in Podiatric Medicine or Surgery, the programme offers the opportunity for podiatric practitioners to undertake original research, with the aim of extending the forefront of podiatric medical and surgical theory. Candidates of the programme will be facilitated in developing a systematic acquisition and understanding of advanced clinical podiatric practice alongside the opportunity to conceptualise, design and implement podiatric research for the generation of new knowledge, clinical application or the illumination of podiatric professional practice, within contexts of complex ambiguity. Taught in the context of multi-disciplinary professional programmes, there will be the opportunity to become part of a wide community of practice in the University’s vibrant doctoral community. The practice of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery continues to progressively develop, with the profession becoming mature in its own right and distinct from many other allied healthcare or medical programmes. This programme offers the opportunity to gain a named award in the discipline of podiatric medicine via accessible taught and research modules.
You will engage in designated block study days, consisting of lectures, seminars, group work, clinical study and individualised tutorial and group tutorial provision across all modules.
You'll have the opportunity to individually negotiate and tailor all modular assessment to your specific disciplinary needs in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. The course assesses candidate learning across aspects of Framing Professional Identity, Critical Thinking and Writing, Advanced Research Design and Methodology and Project Management via written reports, essays, oral presentations and the culmination of your work – an evidence based portfolio and doctoral thesis.
We don’t currently display entry requirements for United States. Please contact the Student Admin team on studentadmin@sunderland.ac.uk or 0191 515 3154.
We require a recognised qualification in Podiatric Medicine. It is recognised that different nationalities will have different academic and clinical learning pathways to this level of qualification.
If English is not your first language, you will need an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall score of 6.5, with at least 6.0 in each component: reading, writing, listening and speaking (or equivalent).
Students wishing to apply for the programme are strongly advised to contact Professor Catherine Hayes, Module Leader of Advanced Podiatric Medicine, in the first instance, who can provide individualised support and guidance with the application process. Part of the application process will be to provide an outline protocol of the research question you are proposing to work on during the course. We recognise that this is likely to change but it is a valuable tool for formal interviewing of candidates in terms of discussing likely trajectories of potential research and in establishing the current level of academic capacity with which applicants present.
We warmly welcome general enquiries about the DPM course via email to catherine.hayes@sunderland.ac.uk.
This course is subject to approval.
Fees are tbc.
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This information was correct at the time of publication.
The course is designed for advanced practitioners of Podiatric Medicine, and Podiatric Surgery who wish to gain skills in research design, methodology and practice-based implementation as well as an enhanced level of capacity and capability in their designated areas of professional practice, leadership and management.