Overview

This innovative MSc in Social Sciences Research for Healthcare from the University of Bradford is mapped against the following quality criteria:

The Economic and Social Research Council Postgraduate Training and Development Guidelines

The White Rose Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership requirements

Health and Care Professions Council objectives

Vitae Researcher Development Framework

Additionally, it provides a thorough research training programme in preparation for a PhD application.

It includes 60 credits to select Master's modules from across the University portfolio including psychology and sociology, health care, health technology and public health to meet individual development needs.

The programme provides a unique opportunity to build an understanding of the principles of research design and strategies in a multidisciplinary environment, created by staff and students from various healthcare professions.

You will discover a variety of advanced research skills and analytical techniques relevant to your field of study, including quantitative, qualitative and mixed research methods. You will also learn about research management and dissemination and impact consistent with both professional practice and the principles of research ethics.

Career prospects

Graduation from this programme may provide a route to obtaining externally funded PhD studentships in healthcare and/or social sciences research.

The programme will suit, among others:

public health professionals

social and/or health researchers

social/healthcare professionals who are interested in pursuing clinical academic research for their professional development

academics and those preparing for a career in academia

those working in public/private research institutes and organisations where data-gathering and analysis are key

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Prescribing for Pharmacists

Prescribing for Healthcare Professionals

Urgent Care (Minor Illness/ Injuries)

Health and Social Care Leadership

Understanding Health and Social Care through Policy and Strategy

Critical Perspectives on Dementia: a rights based approach (distance learning)

Enhanced Communication Methods (distance learning)

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Bradford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

GCSE or equivalent English and Maths at minimum of C (or 4)

Undergraduate degree, at least 2.1 or international equivalent in relevant subject

We may consider lower qualifications if you have appropriate professional experience, in which case we will review a written work sample with your application and hold an interview.

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Tuition Fees

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15700 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

8340 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part-time

Home: £4,170
International: £7,850

Living costs

Bradford

United Kingdom

713 - 1353 GBP / month

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Funding

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