Program Overview
The Professional Doctorate Built Environment at Glasgow Caledonian University is a Master programme in Humanities over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Professional Doctorate Built Environment programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Professional Doctorate Built Environment programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Part-time: four years (January start)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
All students applying to the Professional Doctorate programme will be interviewed by the programme admissions panel. During interview the level of work commitment and students\xc2\x92 aspirations will be discussed; evidence of managerial support for the student will also be required. Online interviews will be available for overseas students.
Applicants will normally be expected to have a 2.1 honours degree or equivalent plus five years relevant experience. If English is not your first language we require an IELTS score of 6.5 with no element less than 6, or a recognised qualification taught in English awarded within the last two years.
International students will require a Student Visitor Visa to attend the block teaching sessions. Please contact International Student Support Servicesfor further information on how to apply for this visa.
Informal enquiries are welcomed by the Director of Programme; please email profdoc@gcu.ac.uk for further information.
Application Process
To apply to the Professional Doctorate Programme please complete the GCU research application form available from our Postgraduate Admissions Service indicating your chosen pathway in section 3 and including a summary of your proposed research area in section 4. The application form should be returned along with copies of academic qualifications, two references, a letter of support from your current employer and any other relevant documentation toresearchapplications@gcu.ac.uk Applicants shortlisted will be contacted for interview.
Please note that the programme commences in January of each year. The deadline for applications to the Professional Doctorate programme is 30th November for entry the following January.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Glasgow Caledonian University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 48 months