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Discover your research degree study options, including areas of expertise for our academic supervisors.

Why you should join us

Our research degrees will help you advance or change your career, deepen your expertise, and expand your research and practical skills.

Improve community health and wellbeing

Undertake multidisciplinary research to improve the future health of local and international communities.

Choose from our flexible pathways

We offer research degrees with both full-time and part-time study to suit your needs.

Benefit from our advanced facilities

Support your research with a clinical simulation suite which mimics wards and other care settings.

Get personal and professional training

We provide a comprehensive development programme for research students.

Our research areas

Discover our areas of expertise and browse our experts.  We encourage you to discuss your research ideas with us – even if your topic is not listed.

• Carer experience
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• Substance use
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Qualifications you can study

You can do a research degree on campus or remotely through distance learning . Choose from one of these programmes:

• PhD Nursing — three years full-time, six years part-time

Find out about the research degrees we offer.

Start dates

Most of our students enrol in October. You can also join us in January and April.

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Entry requirements.

To apply, you’ll need a first or 2.1 honours degree, or an equivalent qualification.

International students must have strong English language skills.

We welcome applicants from non-standard backgrounds. We’ll take subject knowledge, professional experience, publications, or other relevant achievements into consideration.

Find out more about our standard entry requirements.

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Scholarships, fees and funding

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What will your research degree cost?

Postgraduate research funding

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About this subject

For an initial discussion, contact Dr Gary Witham , the research degrees co-ordinator for nursing, at  [email protected] .

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Our Advanced Leadership for Professional Practice course helps nurses to prepare for leadership roles. You will learn contemporary knowledge and skills in the areas of clinical practice, as well as leadership and collaborative practice.

If you're considering a research-focused career, we offer courses that will develop skills for research in clinical and health and social care settings.

You'll benefit from studying in a research-intensive environment. Manchester was ranked in the top three universities for nursing and allied health professions research in the REF 2021, and researchers are among the teaching staff on our postgraduate courses.

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Sheena reveals how she fit part-time master's study around her nursing job, leading to a PhD.

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Some of our postgraduate courses enable nurses to specialise in a specific field or develop new skills within their existing roles.

If you want to specialise in clinical nursing, mental health, paediatrics or oncology, our courses can equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to make your next career move.

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Nurse Marie talks about expanding her skills through the Independent Prescribing short course.

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• Advanced Leadership for Professional Practice (Nursing)
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Courses leading to a professional qualification

• Adult Nursing  (MSc) - Requires an undergraduate degree in any subject. If you do not have a degree, see  BNurs Adult Nursing .

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If you're planning to undertake a PhD after your master's, our Integrated PhD programme will enable you to combine your postgraduate taught course with a related PhD project in biology, medicine or health.

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Manchester University

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Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

Manchester offers a four-year doctoral program that leads to the awarding of the Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm.D.).

In our  Pharm.D./Pharmacogenomics Dual Degree Program , students can simultaneously earn a master’s in pharmacogenomics along with their pharmacy degree, adding this specialized skill to their resume and leading the way to the future of health care.

Earn your Pharm.D. remotely with the Distance Pathway . About 90 percent of coursework can be completed online, with only 15 weeks over four years required at our Fort Wayne location.

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Master of Athletic Training (MAT)

The Master of Athletic Training degree prepares students to become Certified Athletic Trainers (ATC). The MAT program is designed for students with a bachelor’s degree, but with minimal knowledge and experience in athletic training and who did not major in athletic training as undergraduates. Graduates of CAATE-approved programs are not eligible for admission. 

Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics

Manchester University’s Master of Science degree in Pharmacogenomics (MS in PGx) and Graduate Certificate in Pharmacogenomics (GC in PGx) give students the unique opportunity to enter one of the newest and most exciting fields of science: personalized medicine, also known as precision medicine. The study of the relationship between an individual’s genes and his or her response to a drug allows physicians and other clinicians to prescribe drugs to maximize therapy early on and avoid or decrease the chance of adverse effects. 

Master of Science in Nutrition and Nutrigenomics

The Master of Science in Nutrition and Nutrigenomics (MSNGx) Program is a full-time, two-year degree program that combines online course delivery with an experiential learning component that gives students practical experience in a variety of settings, with a goal of preparing them for licensure as Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs).

Manchester’s curriculum integrates studies in nutrigenomics, which makes connections about how an individual’s genetic makeup affects his or her response to food and nutrients. As a leader in genomics education, MU is one of the few universities in the nation to focus on this cutting-edge science.

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Are you ready to take the next step in your health care career, or perhaps you’re looking for a career change altogether? The Accelerated BSN Second Degree is for future nurses who already have a bachelor’s degree in another field and would like to pursue a path toward becoming a registered nurse. Our full-time, 16-month program can get you on the fast track to a new, meaningful and rewarding career. When you graduate from Manchester’s nursing program, you’ll be equipped as a highly skilled and caring professional with an appreciation for the greater good and the know-how to ensure positive patient, family and community health outcomes.

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The University of New Hampshire’s College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) graduate programs in occupational therapy, social work and nursing (master's and doctor of nursing practice) have been ranked among the top 100 in the country, according to the U.S. News & World Report (USNWR) Best Graduate Schools list.

“We are delighted to receive recognition for our graduate programs in nursing and allied health professions. At UNH, our nationally-recognized faculty support our students in becoming the clinical leaders they aspire to be,” says CHHS Dean Kirsten Corazzini. “Our rankings reflect our commitment to inclusive academic excellence, and our students’ exceptional career trajectories.”

The rankings are as follows:  CHHS's graduate occupational therapy program is ranked No. 41; the master of social work (MSW) program is ranked No. 95; the nursing master's program is ranked No. 56, and the doctor of nursing practice (DNP) is ranked at No. 91.

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The UNH  graduate occupational therapy program  continues to build on its 75-year history of success with innovative classroom and clinical learning experiences in cutting-edge settings that lead students to highly successful careers.

Our  graduate nursing programs  include Master’s in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree options, with small class sizes, cutting-edge simulation technology, and online options to support working professionals and advance careers in high-demand fields.

UNH’s  master of social work  program offers full-time (two-year, advanced standing), part-time, and online options. Curricular options include the nation’s only Dual Degree Outdoor Education program, as well as graduate certificates in child welfare, substance use disorders, and disabilities.

"Collectively, our continued rise in rankings represents our deep commitment to academic excellence to prepare and nurture the next generation of clinical leaders across our health care and human services fields,"  says Corazzini. "We are grateful to our faculty and staff who support and inspire generations of health and human service practitioners locally and globally."

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UR Nursing Lands at No. 21 in National Ranking of Master’s Programs

  By Nora Williamson   Monday, April 8, 2024

The University of Rochester School of Nursing has been ranked No. 21 among U.S. nursing schools for its master’s programs, according to the 2024-25 Best Graduate Schools guide produced by U.S. News and World Report. Designed for prospective students looking to advance their nursing education, the Best Graduate Schools rankings evaluate programs based on academic quality and research success.  

“We are incredibly proud of the recent rankings that highlight the excellence of our master’s programs,” said Dean Lisa Kitko, PhD, RN, FAHA, FAAN . “While we are pleased with these results, they are just one measure of our ongoing progress and dedication to shaping the future of nursing. We continue to focus our efforts on equipping our students with the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive in their careers while providing flexible ways to study as practicing nurses.”  

The No. 1 program in Upstate New York for five years, the UR School of Nursing is one of only two institutions in the state — and the only one outside of New York City — ranked in the top 30 for its master’s programs. It features one of the oldest and most prominent nurse practitioner programs in the country and currently enrolls nearly 300 students across six NP specialties and degree concentrations in nursing education and leadership . 

The recent rankings feature an increased emphasis on program size, research activity, student excellence, and faculty resources while reducing emphasis on reputation from previous year’s rankings.   "Our faculty's expertise and the high quality clinical and experiential learning that our programs offer have been instrumental in the success of our master's nursing programs,” said Lydia Rotondo, DNP, RN, CNS, FNAP, associate dean for education and student affairs. “Our faculty’s commitment to educational excellence combined with strong academic-practice partnerships enriches our learning environment. Working closely with our students and an extensive network of clinical partners, we are redefining nursing education to prepare our master’s graduates for the challenges of tomorrow's health care." 

Other metrics considered in the rankings include student to faculty ratio and percentages of faculty with important academic achievements in the nursing profession and who are active in nursing practice. About 86 percent of faculty at the UR School of Nursing actively practice in various clinical settings.

In addition to smaller class sizes and guaranteed clinical placements – in the UR Medicine system and other health care facilities across New York – master’s students can access one-on-one faculty support on career planning, writing, or test-taking through the school’s Center for Academic & Professional Success. UR Nursing master’s students hold an average 3.74 GPA from their undergraduate program and, in 2022, more than 90 percent of students successfully passed their national certification exam on the first try.    Prospective students can review master's programs offered by the UR School of Nursing, and read how the school compares to other institutions and how the rankings are calculated on USNews.com .  

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This course is also suitable for candidates who wish to change a field e.g. mental health, children's or learning disabilities nurses that would like a qualification in adult nursing.

We also require:

• GCSE Maths grade C/4 or above
• GCSE English Language grade B/6 or above
• GCSE Science subject (grade C/4 in subjects such as Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Double Award Science or Single Award Science). GCSE Applied Science is not acceptable in lieu of GCSE Science. 

We do not accept other Level 2 qualifications as equivalent to GCSE English or Maths (eg Functional Skills) and will only consider specific international qualifications as equivalents. 

We also require 695 hours of health care related experience in a care setting, eg a care home or hospital volunteering, and 500 hours of prior learning, which will be assessed via a portfolio.

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• Study at a university ranked 6th in the world and 3rd in the UK for Nursing (QS World University Rankings 2022).
• Study in a department that has produced leading nurse practitioners, researchers and policymakers.
• Gain experience in a wide range of learning environments at nearby Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, including leadership, education and research.
• Work alongside internationally renowned clinicians and nurse consultants in a wide range of specialties including wound care, digital health, emergency medicine, infection prevention and control and clinical decision making.

For entry in the academic year beginning September 2024, the tuition fees are as follows:

• MSc (full-time) UK students (per annum): £9,250 International, including EU, students (per annum): £25,000

Further information for EU students can be found on our dedicated EU page.

As per the government announcement, all UK nursing students on courses from September 2020 will receive a payment of at least £5,000 a year which they will not need to pay back. The funding will be given to all new and continuing degree-level nursing, midwifery and many allied health students from September 2020. More information can be found on the NHS website.

Please note, eligibility criteria for the new funding will be the same as the wider NHS Learning Support Fund payable to students ordinarily resident in the UK and studying at a university in England. Find out about the financial support available to students starting at Manchester. 

One fees-only widening participation scholarship may be available for each intake. For further information, please contact [email protected]

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