Health Research MRes (PGCert PGDip)

at University of Brighton

Course structure
 

As a research degree, the research component is greater than the taught part of the course. The course is made up of four taught modules in the early part of the course, and a supervised clinical research project.
 

The taught component involves a combination of lectures, seminars and workshops, and the research component is supported by a series of workshops and individual tutorials.
 

Core modules

• Quantitative Research Methods
• Qualitative Research
• Research Ethics and Integrity in Health and Social Care
• MRes Health Research Dissertation

The entry requirements listed here are our typical offer for this course if you wish to begin studying with us in 2022. They should be used as a general guide.
 

Degree and experience

• This course is open to allied health professionals, midwives, nurses and other professionals working in clinical practice.
• You should hold current registration with an appropriate regulatory body and meet NHS Trust workforce requirements.
• Normally you will have a first or upper second class degree in your area of professional practice.
   

English language requirements

• IELTS 7.0 overall, with 6.5 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements.

International (full-time) - 13,842 GBP

The course gives you the opportunity to develop your health research career by developing your research leadership skills.
 

Many of our students go on to join the NIHR Clinical Academic Training Pathway.
 

The course also acts as a platform for progression to doctoral-level research for some graduates.