PhD Public Health and Health Promotion

The PhD in Public Health and Health Promotion is a postgraduate research programme that offers students an opportunity to carry out original research that can change and influence health policies at the local, national, and global levels. The programme empowers students to become leaders for societal change.

To support research development, the programme trains the students in areas such as research methodology, ethics and data analysis. The research area of the course examines ethical, political and cultural challenges in public health and health promotion and in health and social care.

In this programme, students are guided through their research work by academic supervisors. They learn and are assessed through a doctoral thesis, which is defended in a final oral examination known as viva voce.

Brunel University London is a public research university located in the Uxbridge area of London. It is known for its practical, industry-focused teaching and research excellence. The university has faculties that include the College of Business, Arts and Social Sciences and the College of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences.

The university's focus on graduate employability is a key feature, with a commitment to providing students with the skills they need to enter the workforce quickly. The campus provides a complete living and studying experience, with everything a student needs in one place, including accommodation, study areas, and a variety of facilities.

Candidates need to submit a research proposal, an academic transcript, and a relevant academic or employer reference, and they will be invited for an interview.

Grade Requirements:

• Candidates need a 2.1 or above honours degree or an equivalent qualification.
• Other international equivalent qualifications are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

• Candidates should submit an overall score of 7.0 in the IELTS test, with a minimum of 6.0 in each section.
• PTE Academic at an overall grade of 6,4 with a minimum of 59 is accepted.
• TOEFL IBT at an overall grade of 98 with a minimum of 20 in each section is also accepted, amongst others.

Brunel University London offers scholarships and studentships for those seeking doctoral research. Doctoral Researcher/PhD Studentships are available, but are often for specific projects and supervisors, typically covering UK tuition fees and providing a living stipend.

The Dean's International PhD Scholarship provides international students with a £2,000 tuition fee waiver for three years. Brunel alumni can also benefit from a discount of 15% on tuition fees for postgraduate research programmes.

The university accepts Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs) from external organisations such as Commonwealth Scholarships, which cover tuition fees, travel, and living expenses for students from Commonwealth countries. Research Council Funding, distributed through DTPs and Centres for Doctoral Training, is also available. Also, charities and trusts, like the Wellcome Trust, offer funding for specific subjects.

Graduates of the PhD in Public Health and Health Promotion from the University of Bedfordshire can become:

• University Lecturer or Researcher
• Health Policy Advisor
• Public Health Programme Manager
• Health and Social Care Consultant
• Epidemiologist

Admission to the PhD in Public Health and Health Promotion programme is made through UCAS or directly through the university’s online portal. We can assist you with your process at AHZ.