MSc by Research Health and Social Care
University of LincolnBrayford Pool, United Kingdom
Course overview
The MSc by Research Health and Social Care from the University of Lincoln is designed to enable students to undertake a research project that enhances their understanding of health and social care. This 1-year programme provides students the opportunity to work with internationally renowned scholars engaged in innovative research that aims to make a difference in people's lives and in the fields of health and social care.
Throughout this research degree, there is no formal taught content. Students work with a carefully selected supervision team who support them to develop their subject knowledge and research methods in executing their research project.
This programme is assessed through the submission of a written thesis (maximum 25,000 words) and, normally, an oral examination (viva voce). Students are examined by two assessors, one internal to the university and one external. Following the oral examination, it may be necessary to undertake some amendments to the thesis to completely satisfy the criteria for the award.
Key highlights
- Freedom to choose and develop your own research subject area
- Supervision from experienced academics throughout the research process
- Builds transferable research and project management skills
- Regular research seminars hosted by School and College research groups
- Doctoral School training programmes for all research students
- Chance to present work at the annual research showcase
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include related subject; or above
- International qualifications — If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages for information on equivalent qualifications. Find out more: https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0…
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Global Postgraduate Scholarship
The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000International Alumni Scholarship
The International Alumni Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for the first year of a postgraduate taught or postgraduate research programme.
Up to £2,000Lincoln Alumni MSc School of Health and Social Care Scholarship
£1000 will be paid directly to the student for each year of study for each completed academic year of study, with part-time students eligible for a pro-rata payment.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Health services researcher
- Research assistant
- Health policy analyst
- Social care research officer
- Public health researcher
- PhD candidate
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc by Research Health and Social Care from the University of Lincoln are equipped with the essential skills necessary to pursue various career roles, including:
- Clinical Research Coordinator
- Health Administrator
- Healthcare Policy Advisor
- Health Research Assistant
- Health Evaluator
- Health and Social Care Consultant
Cost of study
For international students enrolling in the MSc by Research Health and Social Care from the University of Lincoln, the tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year are £18,500.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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