PhD Health Sciences at University of Southampton

Programme overview

Join us and address global health challenges. Our high quality research influences health and social care policy, delivery and care around the globe. Choose the option that suits your interests whether it's becoming a clinical academic researcher or pursuing a pure research route. You'll work in a world-class academic centre with a nursing provision As a research student you'll be embedded in one of our research groups. Whilst you carry out an in depth piece of clinical research you're supported by 2 expert academics with expertise in your area of interest.

Faculty: Environmental and Life Sciences | Department: Health sciences | Duration: 2 to 4 years full-time; 3 to 7 years part-time | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

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Application information

Entry requirements

You’ll need to have a: 2:1 undergraduate degree in a health related subject If English is not your first language, you'll need an IELTS minimum level of 6.5 with a 6.0 in writing, reading, speaking and listening.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). UK fee, full-time (also applies to Horizon Europe associated-country applicants). Part-time: UK £2,619 a year; part-time not offered to international students. Source

International applicants: GBP 27,300 a year (2026/27). International fee, full-time. Source

Duration: 2 to 4 years full-time; 3 to 7 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/apply

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