Overview

Key facts

The Health programme at University College London (UCL) provides a professional doctorate degree for individuals in health-related fields who want applied research skills to address health sector challenges.
The programme develops applied research skills for evaluating, assessing, and overseeing health projects and research. Students will be able to take forward healthcare management interventions as well as disseminate their findings for informing the practice and application of healthcare.
You will already have at least five years of professional experience in an area related to health or healthcare.

Employability

On completion of this programme you will have:

an enhanced understanding of the intersection between health and business

substantial research and analytical skills and methodologies to use when designing a research project

research skills as a competent researcher capable of undertaking doctoral research relevant to applied research in healthcare management

ability to conceptualise, design and implement projects for the generation and dissemination of research insights

ability to use an evidence base to make informed decisions on complex issues

skills to critically evaluate advanced academic work

self-discipline for self-directed learning and reflective practice for life-long learning

effective written and verbal communication skills, which support information and data management

knowledge of the ethical, legal and regulatory issues associated with healthcare research

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research and Co-Production with Patients;

Communicating Healthcare Management Research;

Understanding Applied Research in Healthcare Management;

Research Methods and Design;

Data Analysis.

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-04-05 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

96

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Public Health Health Sciences Health Education View 278 other PhDs in Health Sciences in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

96

Other requirements

General requirements

Master’s or MBA degree (a minimum final grade equivalent to a UK 60%) or other overseas equivalent or graduates without the relevant degree but with extensive relevant work experience are welcome to apply and will be considered on an individual basis.

CV demonstrating at least five years of professional experience in an area related to health or healthcare.

Tuition Fee

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International

12100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12100 GBP per year during 60 months.
National

12100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12100 GBP per year during 60 months.

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 GBP /month

Living costs

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

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