The research methods training and specialist research skills will equip you to undertake real-world applied research. You'll receive supervision from a team of active researchers working within one of our research groups and will benefit from joining our vibrant Postgraduate research community.
Key facts
- Develop specialist research knowledge and skills
- Complete an independent research programme
- Acquire high-level transferable skills that will equip you for your future career
How you learn
As a postgraduate research student, you'll follow an independent programme of study under the supervision of a team of leading academics with extensive experience of undertaking high quality research and academic scholarship.
Supervision principally takes places through regular meetings, either face to face or using remote communication, between doctoral researchers and their supervisory teams.
Careers and opportunities
Research degrees are a vital qualification for most academic and research careers. The research training and the high-level transferable skills you'll acquire are highly desirable across all sectors and will be a valuable asset whatever your career.
The postgraduate research programmes have prepared previous students for careers in
- health and social care education
- healthcare research
- clinical and professional leadership
- engagement in strategic organisations
Programme Structure
Curriculum
- Applied Imaging
- Cancer Care
- Centre for Loneliness Studies
- Children, Young People & Families
- Health & Social Care Workforce
- Lifestyle, Exercise & Nutrition Improvement
- Long-term Conditions & Multimorbidity
- Maternal & Infant Health
- Mental Health
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 130
- TOEFL iBT: 100
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- All applicants should hold a strong undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or a relevant masters qualification (or expectation of the same).
- All applicants must submit a completed postgraduate application form including a 1500 word research proposal.
- Applicants are required to give a short 10–15 minute presentation followed by an interview. Interview panel members will include the head of research degrees for the relevant research area or centre, a local postgraduate research tutor and a prospective director of studies.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
35,428 AUD / year (≈ 18,600 GBP / year)
Domestic
10,148 AUD / year (≈ 5,328 GBP / year)
Living costs
Sheffield, United Kingdom: 1,057–1,861 AUD / month
Living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
