The case for the retrospective PhD by publication in dental academia

For many mid-career clinicians, the traditional PhD is impractical. We assess how a retrospective PhD by publication provides a flexible, credible model aligned with academic and professional realities.

Authors

James Puryer (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2475-0215)

Institutions

University of Plymouth (GB)

Publication Details

Journal: Faculty Dental Journal
Published: 2026-04-01
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1308/rcsfdj.2026.17
Primary Topic: Doctoral Education Challenges and Solutions
Type: article
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The case for the retrospective PhD by publication in dental academia

James Puryer

Apr 1, 2026

Faculty Dental Journal

Doctoral Education Challenges and Solutions

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The case for the retrospective PhD by publication in dental academia

James Puryer

April 1, 2026article en

Abstract

Faculty Dental JournalVol. 17(2)

University of Plymouth (GB)

Openalex Percentile: Top 6%

Doctoral Education Challenges and Solutions

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