Overview

This postgraduate research programme in Nursing at The University of Manchester gives students the opportunity to work with internationally renowned scholars engaged in innovative research that will make a difference in people's lives and in health and social care.

Facilities

You will have access to Jean McFarlane Building which houses student study space, seminar rooms, IT facilities, interpersonal skills laboratories and lecture theatres.

The wider facilities of the University are of an excellent standard, with one of the best library collections and resources in Europe.

Programme Structure

The PhD programme of study consists of:

high-quality supervision by two members of staff with appropriate expertise to guide the PhD applicant throughout the study ensuring academic objectives are met and suitable training is provided
research and transferable skills training and support
optional taught course units in core research methods (to be discussed with supervision team)
independent study
an advisor to offer pastoral support

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Nursing View 36 other PhDs in Nursing in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

We require:

An honours degree (minimum Upper Second (2:1)) or the overseas equivalent in a relevant subject
AND a very good MSc/MPhil/MRes degree from a recognised institution
OR satisfactory work at postgraduate level (which must include some research training) undertaken for the equivalent of at least one year full-time.

In exceptional circumstances, we may consider an application from a student without both an undergraduate and post-graduate degree. For example, if they have a first/distinction and research experience.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

27000 GBP / year

≈ 27000 GBP / year

Living costs

Manchester

United Kingdom

645 - 1197 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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