PhD Health and Social Care at University of Gloucestershire

Programme overview

Postgraduate researchers complete research modules delivered by academics from across the university. These modules provide key transferable skills and equip postgraduate researchers with the knowledge, understanding and tools to progress into and beyond your research degree and into influential positions within academia, industry and consultancy.

Faculty: School of Education, Health & Science | Department: Health and Social Care | Duration: PhD: 4 years full-time; PhD: 6 years part-time; MSc by Research: 2 years full-time; MSc by Research: 3 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time, distance learning | Intake: October 2026; February 2027; October 2027; February 2028; October 2028 | Location: Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll study full-time, or part-time if you are engaged in full-time employment at senior levels of practice, education or leadership. As a part-time student you may be engaged in challenging roles, often studying against a backdrop of organisational change and uncertainty.

Career pathways

Our postgraduate research students cultivate a diverse set of skills that are highly valued in the UK and internationally, preparing them for successful careers within academia and beyond.

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Application information

Entry requirements

MA or MSc by Research/MRes At least a 2.1 honours degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area PhD A master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic. Applications from a range of diverse backgrounds We actively encourage applications from students from a range of diverse backgrounds who demonstrate appropriate research experience and achievement. IELTS 6.5 (6.0 writing, 5.5 all other components) EU and international students need IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other component) or equivalent. Research proposal Your application should include a research proposal up to 1,000 words (excluding references/

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,350 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

International applicants: GBP 13,425 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

Intake: October 2026; February 2027; October 2027; February 2028; October 2028

Duration: PhD: 4 years full-time; PhD: 6 years part-time; MSc by Research: 2 years full-time; MSc by Research:

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