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PhD Health Studies at University of Essex

University of Essex, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The PhD Health Studies offers research in a variety of physical and mental health contexts, from the general population to specific groups. Students can access Masters-level research methods modules and the University's Proficio research training scheme, and the school works with a Service User Reference Group.

Department: Health and Social Care (School of)  |  Duration: 3-4 years full-time  |  Intake: January 2027  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time  |  Location: Colchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Study is an independent research project under supervision, with the Health and Social Care - Research module.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Masters degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline such as a health science or social science, or evidence of advanced research skills developed through another route, plus a well-developed research proposal. Applicants will normally be interviewed (including by video call). International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year. Fees increase for each academic year of study. Source

International applicants: GBP 20,625 a year. Fees increase for each academic year of study. Source

Intake: January 2027

Duration: 3-4 years full-time

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