Applied Health Research
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PhD | On-Campus | Full-time, Part-time | 3 - 5 years | September, January, April | find out | find out |
About Applied Health Research, PhD - at University of Kent
Research programmes involve writing a thesis on a particular topic with specialist supervision. You are given research training, which is tailored to the particular needs of your research and takes into account any training you have previously received. You also have opportunities to attend modules on relevant subjects on a non-assessed basis to fill any gaps in your background.
The curriculum will be in the general area of medicine and health science research and may range from looking at mechanisms of disease or methodology, clinical research, or healthcare economics. Candidates will be required, in consultation with their supervisors, to undertake appropriate background reading; to undertake such research training as the supervisor and the Social Sciences Faculty require and to put such training into practice; to carry out a substantial body of original research, and to provide a written account of the research including its context within the current body of knowledge.
About the Centre for Health Services Studies (CHSS)
CHSS is a centre of research excellence which undertakes high quality research into a wide range of health and social care systems and health and care services issues at local, national and international levels.
Prioritising a creative, inclusive research culture, we build the evidence base for policy and practice to prevent ill-health, promote well-being and meet needs for care, focusing on primary and community services, public health and social care working with academic collaborators across the UK and the world.
If you are interested in studying for a PhD with us, please contact a potential supervisor with your ideas and draft a short proposal. The proposal should include an introduction, theoretical framework with relevant references, research design and methods, sample, research questions, ethical considerations, and a timeline. For submitting a full application, you will need to apply online. For full details on the application process, please see our how to apply pages.
Entry requirements
Contact University of Kent to find course entry requirements.
Why study at University of Kent
- In the QS World University Rankings 2026, Kent has been ranked 387th in the world and 50th within the UK
- Kent has been ranked a TOp 50 UK University in the Complete University Guide 2026
- 97% of research at Kent was found to be of international quality in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (an independant national survey of UK universities
- Over 250 clubs and societies including a range of sporting, performance, cultural and faith groups. Share your interests and make lifelong friends around the world.
- Canterbury and Medway is 60 mins from London by high-speed train.
- Multimillion-pound scholarship fund,stunning locations, first-class facilities, and a diverse, inclusive and supportive community
- Dedicated postgraduate graduate and research college that provides extensive support in every part of your study experience – wellbeing, resources, workshops and career preparation.