PhD Health Sciences at University of Surrey

Programme overview

Work in partnership with healthcare providers, governments and businesses to address global healthcare priorities and generate evidence to underpin effective, compassionate and integrated healthcare. Join our team of researchers who have been conducting health-related research for over 30 years.

Duration: 4 years full-time; 96/96 months part-time; 8 years part-time with distance learning | Study mode: full-time; part-time; part-time with distance learning | Intake: April 2027, July 2027, October 2027, January 2028 | Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll complete research into your chosen area of interest over a period of four years (full-time) or eight years (part-time). Your first year will lay the foundation for your research project. You’ll work closely with your supervisors to review literature and develop your research proposal.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A bachelor's degree (2:1 or above) in a health-related or social sciences discipline is required. Candidates with a 2:2 degree may also be considered if they hold a masters degree with a research component. A masters degree with a research component is highly desirable. Candidates without an MSc may be considered if they demonstrate substantial equivalent research or professional experience in health-related fields. We welcome applicants with strong methodological expertise who can show a clear interest in applying their skills to health-related research. IELTS Academic 6.5 or above (or equivalent) with 6 in each individual category

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee, full-time route, April 2027 start; non-September starts attract a pro-rata fee in the year of entry Source

International applicants: GBP 24,900 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee, full-time route, April 2027 start; non-September starts attract a pro-rata fee in the year of entry Source

Intake: April 2027, July 2027, October 2027, January 2028

Duration: 4 years full-time; 96/96 months part-time; 8 years part-time with distance learning

Apply through the official page: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/doctoral-college/prospective-postgraduate-researchers/application-guidance

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