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). Visit the programme website for more information
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. You may start negotiating access for sites and settings for data collection or consider applying for ethical approval from us and the NHS.
During your second and third years, you’ll conduct fieldwork, collect your data and begin to analyse this. During your final year, you’ll continue to analyse your data and write up your findings, in preparation for your thesis submission.
Throughout your PhD, you’ll gain substantial subject expertise and an in-depth understanding of research methodology and design. You’ll also develop transferable skills in public speaking, drafting proposals and writing for publications.
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Programme Structure
Research themes
- Cancer care
- Digital health
- Long-term conditions and ageing
- Maternal, child and family health
- Workforce, organisation and wellbeing.
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Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Lower Second Class, Upper Second Class (recommended)
English requirements
Duolingo English Test: 120
TOEFL iBT: 88 OR 4.5 (new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score)
PTE Academic: 67
IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General 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.
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Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
International: 47,044 AUD / year (≈ 24,900 GBP / year)
Domestic: 9,896 AUD / year (≈ 5,238 GBP / year)
Additional Details
Part-time: UK £2,619; Overseas £12,500
Living costs
Guildford, United Kingdom: 1,247-2,154 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
