University of Hull

MSc Health Research

University of HullCottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX

Course overview

Healthcare research is the driving force behind innovation in patient care. Be part of the next generation of researchers shaping the future of health and social care. Despite their vital role, many healthcare professionals - nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists, pharmacists, and more - face barriers to research opportunities.

This MSc is designed to change that, equipping you with the skills and confidence to conduct independent research and contribute to evidence-based practice. Through five carefully structured modules, you’ll explore the full research journey—from ethics and governance to data management, qualitative and quantitative methodologies, and inclusive research practices. You’ll also undertake a supervised dissertation, applying your learning to a real-world research project that creates new knowledge in your chosen field.

Designed to be flexible for working professionals, this course empowers you to advance your career, whether in clinical academic roles, research teams, or further study such as doctoral research. With expert guidance from a dedicated team of academics, you’ll join a supportive research community, gaining the skills to make a lasting impact on healthcare and social care practice.

Key highlights

  • Five modules covering the full research journey, ethics to methodology
  • Covers research ethics, governance and data management
  • Qualitative, quantitative and inclusive research practices explored
  • Supervised dissertation on a real-world research project
  • Designed flexibly for working healthcare professionals
  • Prepares for clinical academic roles or doctoral research

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — For this course, you'll need a 2:2 from a relevant bachelor's degree.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship

    If you progress from studying an undergraduate degree at the University of Hull to an eligible taught master's degree in 2025/26 we'll give you a 20% discount on the cost of your tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • GREAT Scholarship

    Minimum of £10,000

    Up to £10,000
  • PGT International Fee Waivers – South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Clinical academic
  • Clinical research nurse
  • Research associate
  • Healthcare research officer
  • Clinical trials coordinator
  • PhD researcher

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Hull, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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