Abstract
This case study refers to the submission of prior research for the award of PhD by Publication, and compares and contrasts this with best practice in conventional PhDs. Unlike a conventional PhD, which is usually taken at the beginning of a researcher’s career, the PhD by Publication may be taken after a lifetime of research. The regulations governing such awards vary across institutions, but the award is is often granted to very experienced research practitioners who have a track record of significant publication in their area of specialism, indeed they may already be leading authorities in their subject. There are several aspects of this relatively new award which are different to a conventional PhD. This case study details the approach taken by a candidate and his supervisor, and discusses the problems and opportunities that arise from this qualification.
Keywords
PhD by Publication, doctorates, training
DOI
https://doi.org/10.21606/learnxdesign.2013.039
Citation
Durling, D.(2013) Understanding the PhD by Publication, in Reitan, J.B., Lloyd, P., Bohemia, E., Nielsen, L.M., Digranes, I., & Lutnæs, E. (eds.), DRS // Cumulus: Design Learning for Tomorrow, 14-17 May, Oslo, Norway. https://doi.org/10.21606/learnxdesign.2013.039
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Understanding the PhD by Publication
This case study refers to the submission of prior research for the award of PhD by Publication, and compares and contrasts this with best practice in conventional PhDs. Unlike a conventional PhD, which is usually taken at the beginning of a researcher’s career, the PhD by Publication may be taken after a lifetime of research. The regulations governing such awards vary across institutions, but the award is is often granted to very experienced research practitioners who have a track record of significant publication in their area of specialism, indeed they may already be leading authorities in their subject. There are several aspects of this relatively new award which are different to a conventional PhD. This case study details the approach taken by a candidate and his supervisor, and discusses the problems and opportunities that arise from this qualification.