Course summary

Our PhD/MPhil Nursing programme enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of Nursing. This postgraduate research programme in nursing gives students the opportunity to work with internationally renowned scholars engaged in innovative research that will make a difference in people's lives and in health and social care. We particularly welcome students from all health and social care disciplines who have an interest in exploring related subject areas. 3-year PhD (FT, PT, FT Distance Learning, PT Distance Learning options) The PhD programme of study consists of:

• high-quality supervision by two members of staff with appropriate expertise to guide the PhD applicant throughout the study ensuring academic objectives are met and suitable training is provided;

• research and transferable skills training and support;

• optional taught course units in core research methods (to be discussed with supervision team);

• independent study;

• an advisor to offer pastoral support.

• managing literature and searching;

• project management;

• research governance;

• involving patients and the public in research;

• ethics and academic writing.