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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University Park Campus
Full Time
OCT-25
3 years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Queen's Medical Centre
Full Time
OCT-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University Park Campus
Full Time
OCT-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University Park Campus
Part Time
OCT-25
8 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Queen's Medical Centre
Part Time
OCT-25
8 years
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Research overview
Our research has a truly international outlook and wide-ranging impacts on society, the economy, health and welfare, culture, public policy and the environment.
The School of Health Sciences commands a reputation for world-leading research and education, 96% of the School’s research was ranked as internationally excellent or world leading (REF 2021), with Times Higher Education ranking us joint 4th for research quality. The QS World University Rankings (2022) ranked the SoHS 25th in the world for nursing and 4th in the UK.
A PhD in midwifery allows you to extend your body of knowledge about nursing as you become a successful independent researcher within this field of study.
Our research is carried out in collaboration with clinical partners, global research centres and healthcare organisations. We have a dedicated
We welcome all applications that strengthen the work of our research groups. Prior to submitting an application, please identify and contact a relevant supervisor. Full details of our PGR supervisors can be found here: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/healthsciences/postgraduate/research-supervisors.aspx
Applications are welcomed from enthusiastic, talented and highly motivated individuals with a passion for research and for using research to make a difference.
Subject variations:
•For informal enquiries please contact the Director of Postgraduate Research, Dr Fiona Moffatt.
Careers
Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven't yet decided,
Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.
International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the
2:1 (or international equivalent) at undergraduate level and a minimum of a merit (or international equivalent) at masters level.
Students living in
Domestic
£5,100 per year
Students from Domestic
Students from the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man will be treated as home students for fees purposes.
£21,500 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£21,500 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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