PhD Health Studies

London South Bank University, also known as LSBU, offers a PhD in Health Studies through its strong research centre in London for nursing, midwifery, allied health professions, public health, and social care. LSBU’s research in allied health and nursing has been recognised nationally, with a significant proportion rated as internationally excellent for impact in previous Research Excellence Framework (REF) assessments.

Candidates of this course benefit from a structured training programme covering essential research skills such as research design, data analysis, academic writing, ethics and project management, delivered through the London Doctoral College and are supervised by subject‑expert staff, ensuring you receive direct and personalised guidance throughout your research journey and are expected to self-direct their learning, while contributing original scholarship that advances knowledge in this field.

London South Bank University, also known as LSBU, is a respected public university in Southwark, London, founded in 1892 and gaining university status in 1992. The university holds a silver rating in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework. It has a strong reputation in health and social care, employing staff from different professions to support inter-disciplinary learning. The university offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in fields such as Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts.

Candidates for a PhD in Health Studies at London South Bank University must submit a personal statement explaining their reasons for applying and include a relevant academic or employer reference, with an option to also upload a CV to show work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need a minimum of a 2:1 degree and preferably a merit-level Master’s qualification in a relevant field such as nursing, midwifery, allied health, public health, or social care.
• Candidates with a different academic background may be considered if they have relevant professional experience in health-related fields.

English Proficiency:

• Candidates without an English-speaking background need an overall IELTS score of 7.0. An equivalent Secure English Language Test (SELT) is also accepted.

Tuition fee for the PhD in Health Studies in London South Bank University is £17,600 per year for international students.

The School of Allied Health and Life Sciences at LSBU offers 21 PhD scholarships, which cover full tuition fees for up to four years for international students, including those applying to PhD Health Studies, and are awarded based on the strength of the research proposal and academic background.

Possible career paths for a PhD in Health Studies at London South Bank University graduates include:

• Academic researcher or lecturer
• Health policy advisor
• Public health practitioner
• Consultant in allied health or social care sectors
• Clinical research manager

London South Bank University PhD Health Studies candidates should visit the school's application portal to apply. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors for guidance.