midwifery phd in uk

The main factor that persuaded me to pursue a PhD at UWL was the opportunity to work with supervisors, who are both experts in their field and to be part of a university with a great reputation. My doctoral experience at the University of West London was outstanding. The university offers everything you need as a student to succeed in your studies and I received a huge amount of support. Also, the library provides a fantastic study environment.

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World-leading Research

The University of West London has been recognised by the Government's Research Excellence Framework (REF) for its exceptional research work.

You will have a supervisory team made up of a Director of Studies with expertise in your chosen field, a further supervisor and, where appropriate, an additional adviser. Your research will be judged through the presentation of a thesis or artefact and a viva voce for academic assessment. We provide a stimulating and supportive environment where you will benefit from:

About PhD study

This course is available for you to study either on a full-time or part-time basis and you have the flexibility to switch should you need to.

A PhD is founded on independent research. You will undertake a systematic and in-depth exploration of your chosen topic to produce a substantial body of knowledge and make an original and important contribution to the subject area.

The support provided by your supervisory team will be vital to your student experience and scholarly advancement. You and your supervisors will have regular one-to-one meetings which will provide you with opportunities to develop your research topic and discuss your progress.

College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare Research Centres

Our College is closely involved with two centres:

At the Richard Wells Research Centre we conduct primary research, undertake guideline development and review and, through its work as an internationally accredited centre for evidence-based practice, carries out comprehensive systematic reviews.

Our European Institute for Person-Centred Health and Social Care looks at newer models of care that are personalised, integrated and contextualise for chronically ill patients who need more comprehensive forms of assistance.

Our research record

View our academic journal 'New Vistas' to see the work of students and academics who are making an impact both locally and globally through their research findings.

Based in the heart of Ealing, west London, you can make use of the excellent transport links to travel to the the capital or further afield - ideal for attending research meetings and networking events.

Got a question?

If you would like guidance or more information about studying for a research degree, you can contact Professor Heather Loveday or Associate Professor Rowan Myron .

To enable you to enhance your professional profile, we support you throughout your research degree by:

We provide structured research training, expert supervision, and an environment where you can discuss your research with other PhD students and researchers.

We run seminars in research methods from the Graduate Centre, as well as an ongoing series of events and activities organised by Schools and Colleges. Specialist help with academic English for students for whom English is not their first language is available.

Birthing simulator

Lucina, our cutting-edge birthing simulator, enables you to learn all the stages of delivery and rare emergency scenarios.

Simulation centres

Our well-equipped simulation centres , located at our west London and Reading campuses, accuratly recreate the environments you will encounter on your placements and in your midwifery career.

Rami Ranger House (Postgraduate Student Centre)

Postgraduate and International Student Centre is a new focal point for the university’s postgraduate and international students, providing dedicated space for social and learning interaction.

This building, which is three storeys high, offers spaces for collaborative working, socialising, supervision and mentoring on the ground floor. The first floor has work spaces for the postgraduate support teams to use while the second floor provides guest accommodation for visiting scholars.

The Paul Hamlyn Library

The Paul Hamlyn Library provides an extensive range of books, journals and digital resources, PC and Mac workstations and a variety of study spaces. Find out more about what the Paul Hamlyn Library has to offer .

We contribute to national and international initiatives and promote collaboration and networking opportunities. We also encourage and support you to publish and disseminate your research in academic journals and via presenting papers at conferences.

We run an annual conference for doctoral students, where you are encouraged to present a paper about your research. As well as being an opportunity to discuss your work with other students, the conference is a chance to gain valuable experience in presenting your research and participating in open discussions with academic peers.

You will also find other opportunities such as postgraduate student seminars and forums within your specific subject area.

Once you start a PhD course at UWL, you become part of our research community. You will have access to a postgraduate common room, located at our Ealing campus on St Mary’s Road, where you will meet fellow researchers from other subject disciplines offering scope for collaborations or simply to discuss ideas, allowing you to be part of a vibrant research environment.

The minimum entry requirements for a research degree are:

We look for students with:

a passion for their chosen subject.

You will also have a well thought through and persuasive proposal.

Competence in written and spoken English is a pre-requisite for entrance to this programme. An IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 6.5 (with no element under 6.0).

Fees & funding

The fee above is the cost per year of your course.

If your course runs for two years or more, you will need to pay the fee for each academic year at the start of that year. If your course runs for less than two years, the cost above is for your full course and you will need to pay the full fee upfront.

Government regulation does affect tuition fees and the fees listed for courses starting in the 2024/25 academic year are subject to change.

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Funding your studies

Funding for postgraduate students usually comes from one or more of a range of key sources:

Find out more about funding opportunities. Examples of most of these types of funding are included on the postgraduate studentships website , (with the exception of funding you may be able to obtain from your employer and self-funding).

Bursaries and scholarships

We offer generous bursaries and scholarships to make sure your aspirations are your only limit. See our PhD scholarships , scholarships and bursaries .

For any overseas students, your first port of call should be grant-awarding bodies in your own country (eg The Ministry / Department of Education) and your local (or nearest) office of the British Council.

The British Council manage a small number of international studentship grants in some countries and should be able to tell you what other awards may be available to you - they also produce the Sources of funding for international students guide.

Supervisors

Professor heather loveday.

Professor Jennie Wilson

Professor Kay Mafuba

Professor Rowan Myron

Dr Obed Brew

Dr Claire Anderson

Dr Salim Vohra

Dr Linda McDonald

Study & career progression

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As a PhD Graduate in Midwifery you will have a number of pathways you can pursue in your postdoctoral career. A number of new graduates choose to continue with their research and apply for postdoctoral research positions.

How to apply

To apply for one of our research courses, click the green 'apply now' link shown below to complete an online application form. You will need to attach the following documentation to your online application form:

The research proposal outline, or statement of research interests, enables us to assess your suitability for higher degree work including:

Click here for more information on applying for a PhD.

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PhD/MPhil Maternal and Child Health/Midwifery

Postgraduate research degree

Our Maternal Health PhD/MPhil programme enables you to develop new research in collaboration with expert international researchers and professional and community stakeholders. Close links with our health service and policy partners help to rapidly transform your research into policy, practice and education.

Research centres and groups

Maternal and Child Health

Key information

Affiliations.

Our links with Bart's Trust, UCL Partners and others has helped create research-active clinical academic posts, ensuring research is undertaken under the supervision of respected clinical experts.

Maternal and Child Health/Midwifery Postgraduate research degrees PhD/MPhil course Overview

At the Centre for Maternal and Child Health we conduct high quality research. Our focus is to improve the health and care of women, children, families and communities. Much of our research in Midwifery has been rated as world-leading or internationally excellent. Your work will be connected with one of our three research groups:

Recent doctorates have explored topics such as:

The Department of Midwifery and Radiography has a vibrant international research environment which is driven by a diverse mix of people from backgrounds including midwifery, psychology and anthropology.

Study for an MPhil/PhD

Doctoral level study involves independent academic research, supported by supervisors, that makes an original contribution to knowledge within the discipline.

There are two main routes to doctoral-level research degrees (PhD) within the School of Health & Psychological Sciences .

The main approach - MPhil/PhD by major thesis - centres on conducting original research and presenting this in a thesis of around 70,000 words (and no longer than 100,000 words).

An alternative route to doctoral qualification is PhD by publication. This involves the candidate either linking together a coherent body of previously conducted research papers with a critical commentary (PhD by prior publication), or preparing and submitting a series of papers for peer reviewed publication during the period of registration (PhD by prospective publication).

Further details of these two routes are given below:

MPhil/PhD by major thesis

The standard route involves the accepted candidate pursuing a research project under the guidance of their supervisors over a period of 3 years (full-time) or 4-6 years (part-time).

MPhil and PhD study will commonly involve a structured programme of research activity. Comprising systematic literature review, pilot or developmental study, and main study phases.

PhD by publication

Prior publication : Candidates who have already published a series of significant research papers submit these together with an accompanying analytical commentary. This body of work must be principally the candidate's own work.

The number and range of publications must be sufficient to demonstrate that the work forms a coherent contribution to knowledge or scholarship within the particular field. This typically involves around six papers.

Prospective publication: Candidates publish several (generally around four to six papers, dependent on their depth, quality, significance and impact) significant research papers addressing various aspects of their research topic during their period of PhD registration.

For full details about the City PhD programme structure, please see the Guide for Research Students .

Requirements

Entry requirements vary by subject area. Applicants should approach academic staff working in their area of interest to discuss their proposal ahead of submitting an application. Applicants should normally hold an upper second-class honours degree or the equivalent from an international institution.

Where the applicant's academic profile shows no evidence of training in research methods, it is recommended that students first complete a Master’s programme. This is to prepare them for MPhil/PhD studies. Substantial employment or research experience may be considered for some subject areas alongside or in place of academic qualifications.

English requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, an IELTS score of at least 7 (with a minimum of 7.0 in writing) is required.

For more information see our main entry requirements page.

Visa requirements

If you are not from the European Economic Area/Switzerland and you are coming to study in the UK, you may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study.

The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

For more information see our main Visa page .

Fees and funding

Full-time UK: £4,770 per year

Part-time UK: £2,385 per year

Full-time Overseas/EU: £13,270 per year

Part-time Overseas/EU: £6,900 per year

Fees for doctoral candidates are charged annually and cover registration, supervision and examination. Fees are subject to review each year and may vary during your period of registration.

Support for PhD study

Prospective students are encouraged to explore doctoral Grants and funding opportunities such as:

Our bursaries are non-repayable sums of money granted by the University, usually based on need.

Our loans are repayable sums of money granted by the University or other body.

Our scholarships are when the University pays towards your Study fees. You may also be eligible for further funding.

Postgraduate Doctoral Loans

The Government has introduced a new Postgraduate Doctoral Loans scheme which can provide a loan of up to £25,000.

This will be over three years to support study for a doctoral degree.

A Postgraduate Doctoral Loan can help with course fees and living costs while you study. It can be used alongside any other forms of support you may be able to receive.

For more information, please see our Postgraduate Doctoral Loans page .

Additional expenses

Some of our degrees may involve additional expenses which are not covered by your tuition fees. Find out more about additional expenses .

Funding for Research Projects

Harp - HARP is a doctoral training programme for health professionals, offering full time salary and consumables for three years. It is a partnership of QMUL and City supported by Social Action for Health and funded by the Wellcome Trust, Barts Charity, the Trustees of the Medical College of St Bartholomew’s Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust and East London Foundation Trust.

Barts Charity doctoral fellowships for nurses, midwives and AHPs - This programme supports nurses, midwives and Allied Healthcare Professionals (AHPs) to undertake clinical research to complete a PhD at City.

Academic support

City has a well-established structure and processes to support your research .

Supervision

MPhil/PhD students have the opportunity to become integral members of the School of Health & Psychological Sciences' research teams based in Our Research Centres. These centre's assist and encourage students when completing their studies. A wide range of formal and informal research groups are also available to support MPhil/PhD students.

MPhil/PhD students are assigned to a team of supervisors . This usually consists of two academics who are expert in the field of the student's study.

Students meet regularly with their supervisors to review their learning needs and plan their work towards progression and completion of their research studies. Full time students are required to meet with their supervisors at least twice a term. Part-time students will meet with supervisors at least once a term.

Here notes will be recorded notes from these meetings and other indicators of progress on the web-based system, Research And Progress (RAP) .

Students' progress is monitored regularly and supported by an annual review. They may have the opportunity to discuss their research design and written work with a research advisor from outside their supervision team. They also have access to ongoing support from Senior Tutors for Research.

All students working towards a PhD initially register for MPhil studies.

When the student's study has sufficiently developed to demonstrate that it is of doctoral standard then the student may apply to be upgraded to PhD student status. This involves an oral examination. Upgrading normally occurs between 12 and 18 months for full time study and between 24 and 30 months for part time study.

Research students are also supported by student representatives who meet regularly with the student-staff liaison committee. Here they can respond to any student concerns that cannot be addressed by the supervision team.

All MPhil/PhD students can access a wide range of MSc modules and other training programmes across City, normally without charge. Attendance at these programmes is discussed with and, if appropriate, approved by the student's supervision team.

A number of workshops, seminars and retreats are organised specifically for research degrees students across the School and within particular areas. Students are also invited to attend the research seminars that are organised for academic staff.

Institution-wide research related activities can also contribute to your development as a researcher. An annual programme of research and enterprise development activities is kept under review and updated in response to feedback from research students and academic and research staff.

The City Doctoral College can provide more information about graduate degrees.

How to apply

In the first, instance, we recommend that you visit the relevant School and Research Centre. Here you can read about our research and establish areas of specific staff interest. This will enable you to identify whether the School of Health & Psychological Sciences at City is the best place for your study.

Following this you need to submit a formal online application with a curriculum vitae and a 1-2 page proposal of study. This should include:

Background and rationale including other work in the area leading up to the PhD study.

Proposed methodology such as aims, design, participant groups, measures, analysis.

Potential outcomes of the research in terms of academic outputs (papers and presentations) and real-world impact (e.g., its potential usefulness for health services care providers, policymakers etc.).

We realise that at this stage you may not have a completely clear plan of study, and that the proposal is likely to change after you begin study. The proposal gives us an idea of your writing and organisational ability, motivation and rationale for the study and potential wider benefits.

Please see here for guidance on how to prepare your research proposal .

Select one of the available starting dates to start your application.

Example Doctoral Research Projects from SHPS

Midwives’ perspectives on the practice, impact and challenges of delivering respectful maternity care in malawi.

This project used a postcolonial lens to explore Malawian midwives’ perceptions of respectful maternity care, and identify the constraints and enablers they faced in providing it.

Research centre: Centre for Maternal and Child Health Research

Academics: Dr Susan Bradley and Professor Christine McCourt

Status: Completed project

View case study site

Promoting exclusive breastfeeding among HIV positive women in rural Malawi

Dr Agatha Kapatuka Bula investigates how community-based interventions help to promote exclusive breastfeeding among HIV positive women in rural Malawi and reduce mother-to-child transmission of HIV.

Academic: Professor Christine McCourt

Past student: Dr Agatha Bula

Identifying women at risk of suicide in pregnancy and after birth

Research aim is to develop an acceptable, valid and reliable method of identifying perinatal women at risk of suicide, that is both evidence-based and practical to use in primary care.

Academics: Professor Susan Ayers , Dr Rose Coates and Professor Rose McCabe

Current student: Liz Dudeney

Status: Ongoing project

CenteringLiberation: Abolition Feminism, Group Care and the Coloniality of Global Maternal Health (A UK Case Study as part of the GC1000 Programme – Group Care for the first 1000 Days)

Underpinned by an abolitionist framework, this research explores women’s experiences of group antenatal care in the UK and its potential to address colonial legacies within maternal health care.

Academics: Professor Christine McCourt and Dr Susan Bradley

Current student: Anna Horn

Empowering Natural Child Birth

Roa Altaweli investigates the use of interventions during the second stage of labour and what may affect their use in Saudi Arabia.

Past student: Roa Altaweli

Maternal mental health, processing of emotion and maternal sensitivity

An investigation on whether maternal mental health difficulties impact a mother’s cognitive processing of infant emotional faces, and in turn her maternal sensitivity when interacting with her infant.

Academics: Dr Rebecca Webb , Professor Susan Ayers and Dr Ansgar Endress

Find a supervisor

See our full list of academic staff and potential supervisors in Department of Midwifery and Radiography.

Professor Christine McCourt

Professor of Maternal and Child Health

Department of Midwifery and Radiography

Dr Katherine Curtis-Tyler

Senior Lecturer

Department of Health Services Research and Management

Professor Susan Ayers

Dr Lucia Rocca-Ihenacho

Senior Lecturer in Midwifery

Dr Mandie Scamell

Dr Rose Coates

Research Fellow

Useful links

Contact details

Shps doctoral enquiries.

+44 (0) 20 7040 5972

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Midwifery MPhil/PhD

We welcome applications to undertake research towards mphil and phd degrees in midwifery..

Research at Worcester has grown significantly in the last 10 years as the University itself has expanded. As a research student you will join a vibrant student community in our Research School and become part of our dynamic research environment.

Three Counties School of Nursing and Midwifery

The Three Counties School of Nursing and Midwifery has a strong mix of academics with a high degree of professional and personal experience, enabling you to get the most out of your programme. Our staff have expertise in Clinical Midwifery Skills, supervision of midwives and governance issues, support of students within a diverse care settings, normality, high risk situations, and regulation.

What qualifications will you need?

Entry qualifications.

First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree or an approved equivalent award

International applicants

International applicants will be required to demonstrate that they have the appropriate level of written and spoken English.

For MPhil/PhD this is an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.0 in every component.

What will you study?

Phd year by year.

After receiving your application, we try to establish if we have the necessary expertise to supervise your project and we begin to form a supervisory team for you. This will normally consist of a Director of Studies (DoS), who will be your lead supervisor, and at least one other supervisor, who will offer you additional support and guidance throughout your studies. If, following a successful interview, you are offered a place as a full-time student, your programme of study will look something like this:

You will have submitted a draft research outline with your application. In your first year, you will be working towards submitting a more complete research proposal. You will be aided in your research by meeting with your supervisory team to discuss your progress. You will also be supported through your first year by engaging with a series of four modules:

At the end of each year, beginning with your first year, you will reflect on and formally review your progress with your supervisory team and MPhil/PhD Course Leader. We call this annual meeting an Annual Progress Review (APR).

Second year

In your second year, you will be collecting data and working on your research project under the supervision of your supervisors through regular meetings. You may at this point have research papers ready to publish and you may wish to attend conferences to present your research to other experts in your field. You will be able to apply to our Research Student Support Scheme for some funding for this purpose. Students normally undergo Transfer from MPhil to PhD towards the end of their second year. This will be part of your Annual Progress Review for this year.

Third and fourth year

In your third and fourth year, you will be writing up your thesis and preparing for your viva voce examination. This is an oral exam with two examiners and a chair. You can also request that your supervisor be present at the exam. The exam will take place after you have submitted your final thesis. After the exam, it is not unusual for the examiners to ask that some amendments be made to your thesis before the final award is confirmed and you will have additional time to do this. It is possible to complete the course in three years, but we have found that the majority of students do take four years to complete the course. At the end of each year of your registration, you will go through an Annual Progress Review.

Part time students follow the same structure as full-time students but normally complete the PhD over a period of five to six years. Part-time students take two modules in each of their first two years, and will normally Transfer to PhD in their fourth year.

How will you be taught?

Benefit from a professional and challenging relationship with your supervisory team, drawn from experienced academics working at the forefront of their disciplines.

Supervision areas

Access to the University of Worcester’s virtual resources and its state-of-the-art library facilities. The Midwifery team at Worcester have an excellent range of resources available to support your learning and your research project. The School of Nursing and Midwifery has a state-of-the-art clinical skills and simulation centre that is staffed by three dedicated clinical skills technicians. Simulation suites include: hospital, therapy and home environments that are designed to mimic real life settings so that students can practice in realistic healthcare surroundings. The simulation suites are fitted with video recording equipment which is controlled from a central control room.

Programme specification

For comprehensive details on the aims and intended learning outcomes of the course, and the means by which these are achieved through learning, teaching and assessment, please download the latest programme specification document for the MPhil or PhD.

Supervisors

Please click on the name of the supervisor to follow a link to their webpage and find out more about their research interests and potential areas of PhD supervision. We recommend contacting a potential supervisor with your research outline before submitting a formal application, please read our guidelines for writing your research outline first.

Dr Tina Dennis Expertise: Midwifery philosophy and practice; Professional advocacy. Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis

Dr Lucy Hope Expertise in peer support for breastfeeding, interested in discovering more about personal experiences during the childbearing continuum. Experience in both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies and application to real life maternity care setting.

Dr Ros Weston Expertise: Narrative Inquiry; Phenomenography; Stories and Storytelling in HEI; Action Research; Midwifery practice: Remote and Rural, Infant Feeding; Inter-professional Learning; Qualitative Methods

Where could it take you?

All students engage with our Researcher Development Programme (RDP). The RDP aims to develop and enhance the skills, both generic and specific, that you will need to complete your research degree but also to become an effective researcher. The RDP is organised around thematic clusters, consisting of modules, and workshops, delivered face-to-face by subject specialists from across the University and the dedicated Researcher Development Team, or online through our virtual learning environment.

As part of the RDP, you will complete a Postgraduate Certificate in Research Methods (PG Cert). All students must complete the PG Cert in order to progress on their MPhil/PhD Programme. The PG Cert is strongly focused on developing your programme of research, starting from establishing your development needs, and preparing you for the planning and subsequent delivery of your programme of research.

Full-time students will complete the PG Cert in 12 months and part-time students in 24 months.

How much will it cost?

How do you apply, additional information.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to submit a research outline. We recommend preparing your research outline before beginning your online application. Some guidance on preparing your research outline is available here .

If your research involves working with vulnerable adults and/or children then you may be required to obtain an Enhanced DBS check. There will be a small charge for this. For more information please contact [email protected] .

We are committed to making reasonable adjustment. If you require an alternative format for making your application due to a disability, please contact us to discuss your needs on 01905 542182 or [email protected] .

How to apply

Please make your application via our online application form. If you have any questions, please contact the Research School on 01905 542182 or [email protected]

Before you submit a full application , please contact Dr Kerry Gaskin ( [email protected] ) to discuss your research project and the availability of appropriate supervision.

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Midwifery PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Safeguarding and Risk Governance in healthcare: exploring best practices and decision making ( WD_2022_64_Spons)

Phd research project.

PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

MSc Scholarship in Nursing and Healthcare “Balancing patient safety and autonomy; interrogating the data using a national database( Ref: WD_2022_61_Spons)

Midwifery, gender, and professional identities: exploring the professional identities of midwives in the context of gender diversity and inclusion, competition funded phd project (students worldwide).

This project is in competition for funding with other projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be successful. Unsuccessful projects may still go ahead as self-funded opportunities. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but potential funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

Mitigating the risks associated with gestational diabetes for progression to type 2 diabetes

Funded phd project (uk students only).

This research project has funding attached. It is only available to UK citizens or those who have been resident in the UK for a period of 3 years or more. Some projects, which are funded by charities or by the universities themselves may have more stringent restrictions.

The impact of different ways of communicating about resilience on suicidal experiences

Self-funded phd students only.

This project does not have funding attached. You will need to have your own means of paying fees and living costs and / or seek separate funding from student finance, charities or trusts.

Nursing Research / Midwifery Research / Health Studies Research MPhil/PhD, option of joint PhD with HKU

The PhD opportunities on this programme do not have funding attached. You will need to have your own means of paying fees and living costs and / or seek separate funding from student finance, charities or trusts.

PhD Research Programme

PhD Research Programmes present a range of research opportunities shaped by a university’s particular expertise, facilities and resources. You will usually identify a suitable topic for your PhD and propose your own project. Additional training and development opportunities may also be offered as part of your programme.

Extended Reality Simulation of Childbirth (LAPEERR_U23SF)

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School of Nursing and Midwifery MPhil, PhD

Research ( full-time, part-time)

Cambridge , Chelmsford

January, April, September

For application deadlines visit our how to apply page .

Make a substantial and original contribution to knowledge in the fields of health, nursing and midwifery. Work as part of our research community in an inspiring, multidisciplinary setting.

Full description

Our research encompasses researchers and research students from many health related backgrounds and who therefore represent a range of academic and professional interests.

Our research and associated doctoral studies reflects our vibrant and diverse team of academics and practitioners. It relates to a number of specialist themes.

Social care research: Marginalised communities (adult and young people), models of care, and community engagement.

We invite applications towards study for MPhil or PhD on topics within these broad areas. Established, world-leading academics support the programmes. The sheer breadth of activity here creates an inspiring environment, as well as the opportunity to share ideas with professionals from many sectors.

Course contact: Dr Adriana Sandu .

Completion times MPhil: full-time 1-3 years, part-time 2-4 years.

PhD via progression from MPhil, including that period: full-time 2.5-5 years, part-time 3.5-6 years.

PhD: full-time 2-4 years, part-time 3-6 years.

For further guidance on the duration of research degrees please refer to the Research Degrees Regulations .

PhD project opportunities

in the Faculty of Health, Education, Medicine and Social Care

Research theme

World-leading research at ARU

Supervision and support

In order to support you, we will compile a specialist team of supervisors that reflects your research interests and supervisory needs. Your supervisors will meet with you regularly to provide advice and guidance with your studies and with the writing of your thesis.

Find out more about our Supervisors by their expertise on our School of Nursing and Midwifery staff profiles.

Where you'll research

Your faculty.

The Faculty of Health, Education, Medicine and Social Care is the largest in ARU, with over 7,000 students. Our Faculty is teeming with expertise and primed to meet the demand for creating health professionals, teachers, doctors, scientists and educators for the three districts we serve: Chelmsford, Cambridge and Peterborough.

We have been training undergraduates for professional roles for over 25 years, with a reputation for quality, dedication and ambition balanced with student satisfaction.

We know that to give our students the very best experiential learning, prior to getting into the workplace, simulation is second to none, for safe, realistic, learning environments. We have invested heavily in purpose built simulated wards, science labs and skills space, to support our students through their learning.

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Tindal Building on our Chelmsford campus

Our striking, modern campus sits by the riverside in Chelmsford's University and Innovation Quarter.

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Fees & funding

Course fees, uk students, 2022/23 (per year).

£4,596

UK students, 2022/23 (part-time, per year)

£2,298

International students, 2022/23 (per year)

£14,300

International students, 2022/23 (part-time, per year)

£7,150

In some cases extra costs known as bench fees will be charged for a postgraduate research degree. These are to cover additional/exceptional costs directly related to a specific research project.

Some examples of these costs are (the list is not exhaustive): equipment hire, access costs to specialist equipment/workshops, volunteer expenses, specialist tissue/cell culture, specialist reagents or materials, specialist software, access to specialist databases, data collection costs, specialist media, recording or digital storage needs.

We charge bench fees in bands. They may apply for every year of your course. These bands are the same for full- and part-time students.

If you have to pay bench fees this will be made clear at your interview, and stated in your offer letter.

For 2021/22 the bench fee bands are:

PhD by Published Work

Initial registration: £1,300 Full registration: £4,000

Writing up fees 2021/22

Part time: £1,000

Full time: £1,800

For advice on the doctoral loan and other sources of funding, including ARU scholarships, visit our finance guide for postgraduate researchers.

You might also find The Alternative Guide to Postgraduate Funding helpful.

ARU research

ARU's academic excellence was recognised in 2021, as part of the Research Excellence Framework (REF), an exercise which assesses the quality of academic research. Sixteen areas of our work were classed as generating world-leading research . The results showed that we're making a significant impact on the societies we live in.

Research and professional training will be part of your programme, with workshops including scientific writing and publishing, research methods, subject updates and conference presentation.

Contact details

If you're interested in finding out more about research study opportunities, please email our Program Director [email protected] , or one of our Research Administrators [email protected] or [email protected] .

MPhil or PhD with progression from MPhil: You’ll need a Bachelor degree or equivalent with first or upper second class honours, in a related subject area.

PhD: You’ll need a Master degree or equivalent in a related subject area.

Please note we consider candidates for PhD with progression from MPhil in the first instance. If you want to be considered for direct entry to the PhD route then this can be discussed at interview if you are shortlisted. Please note you’ll also need to provide academic justification for this request.

If English is not your first language, you'll require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (or equivalent test). If you don't meet our English language requirements, we offer a range of courses which could help you achieve the level required for entry.

Important additional notes

Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the programme as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements. Contact our postgraduate research degree team for more information about studying a PhD, MPhil or Professional Doctorate at ARU.

You'll need a computer and reliable internet access to successfully engage with your research programme. Before starting, we recommend that you check our technical requirements for online learning .

Studying during COVID-19

Due to national restrictions all universities in England, including ARU, are only able to provide face to face access to research resources in limited circumstances where access can be justified under movement restrictions. Visit our restrictions page for details . All assessments and supervision are currently conducted online.

Study options In response to the COVID-19 global pandemic and related Government guidance, your research programme will be framed, wherever possible, to be conducted away from campus and in line with movement restrictions. For some types of research attendance on campus will be essential for some activities, and these activities will need to be undertaken in a COVID-19 safe manner in line with our risk management procedures.

In the event that there are further changes to the current restrictions that are in place within the UK due to the pandemic, we may need all of our researchers to work online only at short notice to remain in line with Government guidelines and ensure the continued safety of our students and staff.

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We have an excellent track record in supporting postgraduate researchers from around the world. Our research degrees involve independent study, supervised by leading academic staff. You will gain a range of high-level transferable skills that will be a valuable asset whatever your career.

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Research excellence

Sheffield is one of the world's leading research universities. Our work received a top-10 ranking for Research Power in the most recent Research Assessment Exercise.

The School has an excellent track record in supporting postgraduate researchers from around the world. Our research degrees involve independent study, supervised by leading academic staff. You will gain a range of high-level transferable skills that will be a valuable asset whatever your career.

Our research is grouped in three areas:

Important points to consider

We accept applications to study for a PhD throughout the year but strongly encourage students to register for the autumn Semester (October) in order to benefit from all the activities available at that time. A second point of registration is available in early March. Please refer to our interests and areas of expertise via our staff pages for information on how we might support your research.

If you would like to find out about studying with us, please contact us by emailing: [email protected]

Programme Leader: Ray Wilkinson

Email: [email protected]

Admissions Support: Kathryn Sharpe

Email: [email protected]

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