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PhD School of Health at Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Research degree supervised within the School of Health at Robert Gordon University. Applicants propose a research topic aligned with the school's supervision expertise and are supported by a supervisory team led by a Principal Supervisor.

Faculty: School of Health  |  Duration: 30-48 months full-time; 42-72 months part-time  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time  |  Intake: September; January  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

Normal entry requirements are a Master's degree or first or 2:1 honours degree in the relevant subject discipline from a UK or overseas university, or equivalent. Generally an IELTS (or equivalent) of 6.5 overall and 6.5 in each component is required for doctorate degrees. Applicants submit a research proposal, personal statement, two academic references, degree certificates and transcripts and a CV. Applicants must also undertake the PgCert Researcher Development course alongside the research degree.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/2027). UK students, full time (MRes/MSc by research/MPhil/PhD) Source

International applicants: GBP 20,730 a year (2026/2027). International students, full time (MRes/MSc by research/MPhil/PhD) Source

Intake: September; January

Duration: 30-48 months full-time; 42-72 months part-time

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