This online PhD in Mental Health meets the needs of those wishing to gain a deep and critical insight into mental health theory, research and practice and to develop or enhance research skills while fulfilling their existing responsibilities. The programme is offered part-time, online and combines innovative distance learning with an optional face-to-face annual autumn Academy held in Lancaster.

The programme brings together theory, research and practice related to various areas of mental health, including workplace mental health, public mental health, clinical mental health, and physical and mental health. Whether you are based within a healthcare setting, local government, education, research or management, this online PhD in Mental Health is your chance to work with world-leading academics on the production of a thesis that makes an original contribution to knowledge within your area of professional practice.

This part-time, flexible doctorate runs over a minimum of four and a maximum of seven years. The programme begins with a five-day Induction Academy which you can join in person or remotely. Each of the subsequent academic years start with a three-day autumn Academy while the rest of the course is delivered via e-learning.