Language: English
English requirements: TOEFL iBT 88 (or 4.5 on the new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score), PTE Academic 67, IELTS 6.5
Delivered: On Campus
Campus Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines: Nursing
Overview
Within the Nursing degree at University of Birmingham, you will work alongside leading researchers to produce research that advances nursing science and contributes to the advancement of high quality evidence-based care.
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 projects:
- At Birmingham, you can apply for an advertised PhD or propose your own research.
- An advertised PhD is typically part of an established research project and is usually funded by the University or another funding body.
- If you want to pursue your own research project, you can apply to the research programmes to propose this.
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. Equivalent to the 0-120 score.)
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Other Requirements
General 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. International: 43,228 AUD / year (≈ 22,880 GBP / year). Domestic: 9,896 AUD / year (≈ 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. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
