Overview
This Health course from the University of West London will allow you time to explore the questions you want to ask that are relevant to your ward, community or healthcare context.
Career opportunities
As a PhD Graduate in Health you will have a number of pathways you can pursue in your postdoctoral career. A number of graduates choose to continue with their research and apply for postdoctoral research positions.
Another popular option is to return to health and social care bringing your research expertise to your next healthcare post. A third pathway is to move into education, using your research expertise and practical experience, build and inform the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Job roles
- policy analyst
- epidemiologist
- medical analyst
- programme manager and adviser
- health scientist
- health adviser
- field consultant
Graduate employers
- National Institutes of Health
- healthcare organisations
- research institutes
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Patient safety: infection prevention and control
To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 86
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
The minimum entry requirements for a research degree are:
- a good first degree (First Class or Upper Second Class), or equivalent qualification in a relevant field
- a Masters Degree (MA, MSc, MBA or MRes) with Merit, or equivalent postgraduate or research experience
- 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 and Funding
Tuition Fees
International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees.
International: 30,005 AUD / year (approx. 16,000 GBP / year)
Domestic tuition fees apply to students who are citizens or residents.
Domestic: 9,189 AUD / year (approx. 4,900 GBP / year)
Additional Details
Part-time: National - £2,450 (September); International - £8,000 (September)
Living Costs
London, United Kingdom: 2,132-4,045 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.