Postgraduate research degrees

We have one of the largest concentrations of world-leading health services and public health researchers in the UK. We are one of the UK's top schools for PhD and MD degrees in the fields of health services research, health economics and public health.

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Our research

Our world-leading research is in areas including public health evaluation, emergency and immediate care, alcohol policy, health technology assessment, workforce and extended roles and health policy.

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Postgraduate research study environment

As a school, we have a vibrant research culture, in which research students play a key role. When you join us, you'll find yourself part of a community of scientists undertaking cutting-edge research.

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Wellcome Trust DTC in Public Health Economics and Decision Science

Seven funded PhD places are available in our Wellcome Trust DTC in Public Health Economics and Decision Science. We seek to train the next generation of researchers in conducting high-quality research.

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White Rose Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership Studentships 2021/22

Nominations are now open for White Rose Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership (WRDTP) Studentships commencing in October 2021. If you are interested in studying for a PhD, you are eligible for nomination by your supervisor to the WRDTP Studentships.

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