Doctor of Professional Practice in Project Leadership (DProf)

Programme Overview

This transdisciplinary doctorate supports senior project professionals studying governance, delivery systems, transformation, infrastructure or organisational capability.

Delivered by London International College, this programme combines rigorous academic content with a strongly applied approach: every module is built around the situations, decisions and challenges professionals actually face. You will learn alongside an international cohort, exchange experience across sectors, and apply new tools to your own organisation from the first module onwards.

What You Will Study

Core modules are designed to build capability step by step — from foundations to applied mastery.

• 01 Project Planning, Scheduling & Control
• 02 Agile & Hybrid Delivery Methods
• 03 Risk, Procurement & Contract Management
• 04 Supply Chain & Operations Strategy
• 05 Stakeholder Leadership & Communication
• 06 Benefits Realisation & Portfolio Governance
• 07 Advanced Research Design & Methodology
• 08 Doctoral Thesis & Viva Voce

What You Will Achieve

• Plan and deliver complex projects using predictive and agile methods
• Manage risk, budgets, suppliers and quality with discipline
• Optimise operations and supply chains for resilience and value
• Lead delivery teams and communicate with senior stakeholders

Assessment & Delivery

Progress is assessed through structured doctoral milestones — a confirmed research proposal, taught research-methods modules, progression reviews, and finally the doctoral thesis defended at a viva voce examination.

Entry Requirements

A master's degree in a related field, normally with merit or above.
Substantial professional experience (typically 5+ years) in a relevant leadership or specialist role.
A viable research proposal addressing a significant challenge in professional practice.
English language: IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent.