Overview
The Health Studies programme at University of West London encourages you to explore the key issues relating to health policy in the international context and, in particular, the changing role of institutions in the health care sector.
When you study for a Professional Doctorate at UWL you will join the international research and learning community of our collaborative research groups and Research Centres. We offer an integrated professional doctorate scheme which allows you to engage with professionals from different sectors and reflect on what is shared across professional boundaries and what is distinctive to your own occupational setting.
Study & career progression
Studying for a doctorate will help you to develop research skills and evidence-based practice within your professional area.
A doctorate qualification can help you to develop your role in your current career, secure a promotion or facilitate a career change.
Completion of a professional doctorate will also allow you to progress into a postdoctoral research role.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Professionalism in Social Context
- Evaluating Data in the Professions
- Health Policy in the International Context
- Connecting Research and Practice
- Methods of Professional Inquiry
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
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Disciplines
Health Sciences View 242 other PhDs in Health Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- You must be classified as an EU (or UK) student before starting the course.
- a good first degree (first or upper second class) or equivalent in a relevant field
- a Master’s Degree with Merit or Distinction or equivalent professional experience
- a minimum IELTS score (International English Language Testing System) of 6.5 (with no element under 6.0) or equivalent. You are exempt from this requirement if you have a previous degree obtained in the UK
Tuition Fee
Living costs for London
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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