Swansea University - PhD in Health Science

PhD in Health Science

College of Human and Health Sciences

Many applicants take up these programmes with the hope of pursuing research-focused or academic careers in the health sciences, or for development and recognition of their skills in their chosen professional career.

The UCAS code for this course is: n/a
Full time study: 3 year degree scheme

Part-time study: Part-time students may study for 2 years minimum and 5 years maximum candidature.

With an active community of over 70 students currently working on part-time or full-time research degrees, excellent facilities to support research students and the Institute for Health Research’s (IHR) strong commitment to interdisciplinary research, students benefit from a high quality research environment.

Students will also benefit from:

  • a supervisory team, comprising at least two academic supervisors;
  • membership of the Institute for Health Research, and it research groups;
  • a comprehensive programme of induction and training, mapped against Research Council skills training requirements;
  • interdisciplinary seminars and other events held across the University;
  • excellent cross-campus IT facilities;
  • student representation on Research and Postgraduate Research Faculty groups and committees;
  • mentorship in developing post-doctoral careers;
  • in-house methodology support group to promote the development of research skills, supported by the University Staff Development Unit research training programme;
  • annual seminar programme with invited external speakers.

Who should take this programme? Current students span a variety of health and social care disciplines including nursing, midwifery, health economics, biosciences, health and social policy, social care practice, the voluntary and charity sectors, academia and health care management.

Those applying for the PhD should have a research topic in mind that complements the activities of the IHR.

Standard Entry requirements

Applicants to the PhD should possess a master’s degree or a good honours degree in a related subject to the chosen specialty which is being applied for (normally at least 2:1).

Scholarships and Bursaries

Scholarships and bursaries information can be found in our scholarship section

Research

Please see the School's   section for further information on the IHR.

Accreditation

n/a

Assessment

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is awarded by the University in recognition of the completion of a course of supervised research and study. The degree is assessed by the submission of a thesis normally not exceeding 100,000 words and viva voce examination.

Important Dates

Information regarding dates and times for Enrolment can be found on the Student Records webpages.

UK/EU Undergraduates

Applications should be made through UCAS.

International Students

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Postgraduate Students

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MPhil and PhD

This course is:
Accepting Applications