Postgraduate research training opportunities

This section of the website offers guidance on postgraduate research training opportunities. For general information about a wide variety of postgraduate training opportunities, please visit the following sites:

  1. Prospects Web - Postgraduate opportunities. Comprehensive details of courses, research, studentships and funding. Website: http://www.prospects.ac.uk/
  2. RDLearning. Provides information on post-qualification courses, workshops, short courses and conferences. RDLearning can be searched by geographical area, subject, keyword or level of qualification. http://www.rdlearning.org.uk/
  3. TARGETcourses. Funding opportunities and UK postgraduate courses. Website: http://targetcourses.co.uk/

If you would like to include details of a postgraduate course here, please first see that it meets the following criteria.

 

Professional Doctorates

England

  1. Anglia Ruskin University (Professional Doctorate in Health and Social Care)
  2. University of Bath (Professional Doctorate in Health)
  3. University of Bedfordshire (Professional Doctorate in Health Related Services)
  4. Bournemouth University (Doctor of Professional Practice)
  5. University of Brighton (Professional Doctorate in Nursing/Midwifery/Health Promotion)
  6. Brunel University (Doctorate in Public Health)
  7. City University (Structured PhD)
  8. De Montfort University (Doctorate in Health Science)
  9. University of Derby (Doctor of Health and Social Care Practice)
  10. University of Exeter (Doctorate in Clinical Research)
  11. University of Hertfordshire (Professional Doctorate in Health Research)
  12. University of Huddersfield (Professional Doctorates)
  13. Lancaster University (Professional Doctorates in Palliative Care; Public Health; Organizational Health and Wellbeing)
  14. University of Leeds (Professional Doctorate in Health and Social Care)
  15. Leeds Metropolitan University (Professional Doctorate)
  16. Liverpool John Moores University (Professional Doctorates)
  17. London South Bank University (Professional Doctorate in Nursing)
  18. University of Northampton (Doctorate of Professional Practice)
  19. Northumbria University (Professional Doctorate)
  20. University of Portsmouth (Doctorate in Nursing)
  21. Royal Holloway, University of London with St. George's, University of London and Kingston University (Doctorate in Professional Studies)
  22. University of Salford (Professional Doctorate in Health and Social Care)
  23. Sheffield Hallam University (Professional Doctorate in Health)
  24. University of Southampton (Doctorate in Clinical Practice)
  25. University of Surrey (Doctorate of Clinical Practice)
  26. University of Teesside (Doctor of Health and Social Care)
  27. University of the West of England, Bristol (Professional Doctorate in Health and Social Care)
  28. University of Wolverhampton (Doctorate in Health and Wellbeing)

Northern Ireland

  1. Queen's University Belfast (Doctor of Nursing/Midwifery Practice)

Scotland

  1. Glasgow Caledonian University (Professional Doctorate)
  2. Queen Margaret University (Professional Doctorate in Health and Social Sciences)
  3. Robert Gordon University (Doctorate for Professional Practice)
  4. University of Stirling (Clinical Doctorate: Doctor of Nursing/Midwifery)

Wales

  1. Bangor University (Professional Doctorate in Health Services)
  2. Cardiff University (Professional Doctorate in Advanced Healthcare Practice)
  3. Glyndwr University, Wrexham (Professional Doctorate)
  4. Swansea University (Doctorate in Professional Practice)

 

PhD by Publication

England

  1. City University (PhD by prior/prospective publication)
  2. Leeds Metropolitan University (PhD by publication)

 

Masters Level Research Degrees

Post Graduate Certificate (PgCert)

England

  1. University of Bath (PgCert Research in Health Practice)
  2. University of Brighton (PgCert in Clinical Research)
  3. Canterbury Christ Church University (PgCert Evaluation Research)
  4. University of Central Lancashire (PgCert Practice Development: Evidence Based Practice)
  5. University of Central Lancashire (PgCert Research Methods in Health and Social Care)
  6. De Montfort University (PgCert in Applied Health Studies (Research/Management))
  7. Durham University (PgCert Health Research Methods)
  8. University of Hertfordshire (PgCert Research Methodologies)
  9. University of Hull (PgCert Practitioner Research)
  10. Keele University (PgCert Health Research)
  11. University of Leeds (PgCert in Health Research Skills)
  12. University of Manchester (PgCert Clin Res in Clinical Research)
  13. University of Manchester (PgCert Res HSC in Health and Social Care)
  14. Newcastle University (PgCert in Clinical Research)
  15. Newcastle University (PgCert in Public Health and Health Services Research)
  16. Newcastle University (PgCert in Social Science and Health Research)

Scotland

  1. Edinburgh Napier University (PgCert Clinical Research) [This is also available as a part-time BSc]

Wales

  1. Bangor University (PgCert Implementing Evidence in Health & Social Care)


Post Graduate Diploma (PgDip)

England

  1. University of Bath (Pg Dip Research in Health Practice)
  2. University of Brighton (PgDip in Clinical Research)
  3. De Montfort University (PgDip in Applied Health Studies (Research/Management))
  4. University of Hertfordshire (PgDip Research Methodologies)
  5. Keele University (PgDip Health Research)
  6. University of Leeds (PgDip Health Research Skills)
  7. University College London (PgDip in Translational Clinical Science)
  8. University of Manchester (PgDip Clin Res in Clinical Research)
  9. University of Manchester (PgDip Res HSC in Health and Social Care)
  10. Newcastle University (PgDip in Clinical Research)
  11. Newcastle University (PgDip in Public Health and Health Services Research)
  12. Newcastle University (PgDip in Social Science and Health Research)
  13. Northumbria University (PgDip Health and Social Care: Research Methods)
  14. Queen Mary University of London (PgDip Healthcare Research Methods)


Master of Arts (MA)

England

  1. Bournemouth University (MA Professional Practice (Qualitative Research))
  2. Coventry University (MA by Research)
  3. De Montfort University (MA in Applied Health Studies (Research/Management))
  4. University of Essex (MA Health and Organisational Research)
  5. University of Nottingham (MA in Research Methods (Health))

Master of Science (MSc)

England

  1. University of Bath (MSc Research in Health Practice)
  2. University of Bedfordshire (MSc by Research)
  3. University of Central Lancashire (MSc Professional Practice (Research and Development))
  4. University of Chester (MSc in Research Methods)
  5. Cranfield University (MSc in Clinical Research/Clinical Research Management)
  6. University of East Anglia (MSc by Research)
  7. Edge Hill University (MSc Evidence Based Medicine and Practice)
  8. University of Essex (MA Research Methods in Health)
  9. University of Hertfordshire (MSc in Clinical Research)
  10. University of Kent (MSc Health Services Research)
  11. Kingston University and St George's, University of London (MSc Res by Research and Dissertation)
  12. University of Leeds (MSc in Health Research Skills)
  13. University College London (MSc in Translational Clinical Science)
  14. Newcastle University (MSc in Public Health and Health Services Research)
  15. Newcastle University (MSc in Social Science and Health Research)  
  16. Northumbria University (MSc in Clinical Research)
  17. Northumbria University (MSc Health and Social Care: Research Methods)
  18. Queen Mary University of London (MSc Healthcare Research Methods)
  19. University of Sheffield (MSc in Clinical Research)
  20. University of Teesside (MSc in Evidence-based practice)
  21. University of Warwick (MSc in Research Methods in Health Sciences)
  22. University of York (MSc Health Services Research)

Scotland

  1. University of Aberdeen (MSc by Research)
  2. University of Edinburgh (MSc by Research (Nursing))
  3. University of Glasgow (MSc in Nursing & Healthcare by Research)

Wales

  1. Swansea University (MSc Social Research)

Master of Research (MRes)

England

  1. University of Brighton (MRes in Clinical Research)
  2. Canterbury Christ Church University (MRes Health)
  3. University of Essex (MRes in Health Studies)
  4. University of Hull (MRes Health)
  5. Keele University (MRes Health Research)
  6. King's College London (MRes in Health and Social Care)
  7. Kingston University and St George's University of London (MRes in Clinical Practice)
  8. Leeds Metropolitan University (Master of Research MRes)
  9. University of Leicester (MRes in Applied Health Research)
  10. University of Leicester (MRes in Research Translation Management)
  11. University of Liverpool (MRes in Health Sciences)
  12. Liverpool John Moores University (MRes Health Sciences)
  13. University College London (MRes in Translational Clinical Science)
  14. University of Manchester (MClin Res in Clinical Research)
  15. University of Manchester (MRes HSC in Health and Social Care)
  16. Newcastle University (MClinRes in Clinical Research)
  17. University of Southampton (MRes in Clinical Research)
  18. University of Teesside (MRes Clinical Research)

Scotland

  1. University of Dundee (MRes Health and Social Care)
  2. Robert Gordon University (MRes Research in Health Professions)
  3. University of Stirling (MRes in Health Research)

Wales

  1. Bangor University (MRes in Implementing Evidence in Health & Social Care)
  2. University of Glamorgan (Masters in Research MRes)

 

Alternative Learning Approaches

Royal College of Nursing and Open University

  • PgCert in Advancing Healthcare Practice
  • PgDip in Advancing Healthcare Practice
  • MSc in Advancing Healthcare Practice

    Each stage is a valuable qualification in its own right. You can step off at any point, or study the entire Masters programme. Each qualification will increasingly enhance your practice; develop your research skills; advance your knowledge, understanding and personal, professional and inter-professional insights; and help you to become a successful change agent.

    Contact: Open University
    Tel: 0845 366 6040
    Email: r.j.price@open.ac.uk 
    Website: http://www.openuniversity.co.uk/rcn


University of Cumbria

University of Manchester

Newcastle University

  • PgCert/PgDip/MSc in Oncology & Palliative Care – Distance Learning

    Unique, online taught modular programmes, delivered by Newcastle University in partnership with Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.  Aims to develop practitioners who are prepared to offer clinical leadership, clinical excellence and cultivate interdisciplinary collaboration in the delivery of evidence based oncology/palliative care. Delivered part time and entirely online to promote flexibility.

    Email: oncpall@ncl.ac.uk
    Website: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/oncpall

Queen Mary, University of London

  • PgDip/MSc Healthcare Research Methods - Distance Learning

    The aim of the Distance Learning (DL) PGDip/MSc in Healthcare Research Methods programme is to provide you with a multi-disciplinary perspective to facilitate your skills. This programme is designed for individuals who need an understanding of the Healthcare Research Method process and provides a detailed picture of the complex and highly interrelated activities of the development cycle for Healthcare Research Methods.

    Dr Nina Ravic
    Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 3404
    Email: n.ravic@qmul.ac.uk
    Website: http://www.qmul.ac.uk/courses/courses.php?course_id=735&dept_id=17&pgcourses=1&course_level=1

University of Stirling

  • PGCert/PGDip/MSc in dementia studies

    This programme is for professionals and practitioners working in any field of dementia care and attracts students equally from health and social care.  The programme is provided by distance learning and aims to promote better practice in dementia care and to provide professionals and practitioners with academic and research skills. 
    In September 2010, in addition to our main programme, we will be running standalone modules on Palliative and end of life care for people with dementia and Design, technology and dementia care. Both of these modules will involve a one-day introductory session here at the Dementia Services Development Centre or other locations if there are sufficient numbers locally, followed by 14 weeks of online learning using dedicated module websites.

    Contact: Jennifer Anderson, course administrator
    Tel: 01786 467740
    Email: DempPG@stir.ac.uk
    Website:  http://dementia.stir.ac.uk/Education_Training_Postgraduate
     

University of Ulster

  • PGCert/PGDip/MSc Social Research Skills with Specialism(s)

    The School of Policy Studies at the University of Ulster is currently running part-time courses in social research skills via e-learning. A range of flexible options are available. Modules include Qualitative Methods, Survey and Quantitative Methods and  Research Public Policy and Evalutation. Modules run for 12 weeks and enrolment takes place twice a year - September and January.  You can enrol online. For further information see the website.

    Faculty Contact: Philomena Grant
    Tel: +44 (0)2871 375434
    Email: ap.grant@ulster.ac.uk
    Website: http://prospectus.ulster.ac.uk/course/?id=7744

 

 

 

 

No response from 2010 survey

The following courses were listed in the 2009 update, but have not confirmed the accuracy of information for the 2010 listing.

University of Brighton

  • Professional Doctorate in Health and Social Care

    This four-year, part-time programme is designed to provide experienced health and social care professionals like yourself with the opportunity to develop advanced research skills and knowledge in the theory and practice of your discipline, and to pursue original lines of research in areas of direct relevance to your work.

    Contact: Nikki Petty 
    Email:  n.j.petty@bton.ac.uk
    Website: http://www.brighton.ac.uk/sohp/research/study/profdoc.php?PageId=60


 

 University of Lancaster

  • Masters/Diploma/Certificate in Health Research (by distance learning)

    Designed for those who want to refine their understanding, evaluation, audit and research skills in the broad domains of health, illness and disability. The programme provides students with guidance related to their chosen pathway of study (Health Research; Disability Studies; End of Life Care; Intellectual Disability; Public Health), as well as both generic and pathway-specific training in qualitative and quantitative research methods. The programme can be studied at Masters, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma and Certificate of Achievement levels.

    Contact: Sheryl Coultas
    Tel: 01524 592 127
    Email: s.coultas@lancaster.ac.uk
    Website: http://www.lancs.ac.uk/shm/dhr/courses/online/intro.htm

 

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine

  • Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)

    The DrPH programme is intended for leaders and future leaders in public health practice. They face the particular challenge of understanding and adapting scientific knowledge in order to achieve health gain and results. To do this, they need to be equipped with the skills crucial for leadership roles in public health policy and practice rather than in research. The DrPH is a unique course in that respect, nevertheless the intellectual and academic standards of the DrPH are as high as that of the PhD. The programme is offered by the departments of Epidemiology & Population Health, Infectious & Tropical Diseases and Public Health & Policy.

    E-mail: registry@lshtm.ac.uk
    Website: http://www.lshtm.ac.uk/prospectus/research/drph.html

Manchester Metropolitan University

  • Professional Doctorate (Doctor of Nursing)

    This is a five year, part-time, flexible programme comprising two years formal learning followed by a three-year research study culminating in a thesis which will be submitted for examination at doctoral level.

    Contact: Professor Carol Taylor
    Email: c.taylor@mmu.ac.uk
    Website: http://www.did.stu.mmu.ac.uk/profdoc/index.php


 

 University of Edinburgh

  • MPhil in Nursing by Research

    2 year full-time, 4 years part-time. Study for the MPhil can be an excellent means for students to carry out and provide an extended record of research. There is no formal MPhil programme. However, students may be required to take certain courses, in consultation with their supervisors, and to complete the associated assessments.

    Contact: Dr. Graeme Smith
    Tel: +44 (0)131 650 3901
    Email: Graeme.Smith@ed.ac.uk
    Website: http://www.health.ed.ac.uk/nursing/postgraduate/mphil/index.htm

  • MSc (Research) Nursing

    1 year full-time, 2 or 3 years part-time. The MSc (Research) Nursing offers education and development for all those interested in developing research skills in the field of nursing. It aims to provide students with an advanced understanding of research design, data collection and data analysis issues in nursing.

    Contact: Dr. Sheila Rodgers
    Tel: +44 (0)131 651 3940
    Email: s.rodgers@ed.ac.uk
    Website: http://www.health.ed.ac.uk/nursing/postgraduate/mscresearch/index.htm


 

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine