Key Information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months
Start Dates & Application Deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before Jun 2027
Research degrees may start at any time of the year. For September intake you should apply by 1 June.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Health Sciences, Health Informatics
Overview
In the Applied Health Research doctorate offered at University of Birmingham, you will work alongside renowned researchers to produce groundbreaking world-leading research, with the ultimate goal of improving human health and wellbeing.
Career Opportunities
A PhD is the highest level of academic achievement available and vital for the continued professional development of scientists. Visit the programme website for more information
Completing a PhD at Birmingham will extend your knowledge base in your chosen subject, as well as enhancing your problem solving and analytical, communication and teaching, and leadership and management skills – all of which are valued across the academic and private sectors. It’ll also provide you with the opportunity to develop your network of peers, collaborators and colleagues to support your onward career.
Many of the postgraduate research students go onto roles such as Research fellow/postdoctoral researcher, medical writer, scientist/research scientist in the pharmaceutical industry, and clinical trial coordinator.
Employers include the NHS Trusts, Cancer Research UK, pharma and biotech companies (including AstraZeneca, Covance, Binding Site, Immunocore, Johnson and Johnson), Medical Communications agencies (e.g. Fishawack, Insight Medical Writing), the Armed Forces and the University of Birmingham.
Programme Structure
Research areas
- Biostatistics, Evidence Synthesis and Test Evaluation
- Child, Maternal and Lifestyle
- Chronic Disease Epidemiology and Management
- Health Economics
- Health Informatics and Patient Reported Outcomes
- Social Studies in Medicine
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English Requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 88 (or 4.5 on the new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score, CEFR-aligned)
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Other Requirements
- 2:1 honours degree in a subject relevant to the research area you are applying to.
- If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 43,228 AUD / year (approx. 22,880 GBP / year)
- Domestic: 9,896 AUD / year (approx. 5,238 GBP / year)
Additional Details
- UK: £2,619 part-time
- International: £11,440 part-time
Living Costs
Birmingham, United Kingdom: 1,445-2,142 AUD / month
Scholarships are available. For more information, visit the programme website.
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