University of Gloucestershire

PhD Health Technologies

University of Gloucestershire

Course overview

The PhD Health Technologies programme at the University of Gloucestershire is designed to develop professionals who can support the development and implementation of emerging technologies in the health sector. This programme is ideal for graduates from diverse backgrounds, including healthcare, nursing, biology, psychology, computing, cybersecurity, games, and engineering.

Students will have the opportunity to explore various areas, such as developing new systems, automating clinical tasks, network management, cyber security, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and medical image processing.

Through this research-focused programme, students will acquire the skills to support work and bridge gaps in health or technology-related areas. The programme is designed to address the growing need for innovative solutions in healthcare, driven by exponential technological advancements.

Entry requirements

Prospective International students for a PhD in Health Technologies at the University of Gloucestershire are to include a research proposal in their application. The research proposal should be at least 1,000 words (excluding references/appendices) and follow the structure outlined in the school's proposal guide. Also, students who demonstrate appropriate research experience and achievement are strongly encouraged to apply.

Grade Requirements:

  • Prospective International students for the PhD in Health Technologies at the University of Gloucestershire are to provide a master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to their proposed research topic. 

English Language Requirements:

  • International students applying for a PhD in Health Technologies at the University of Gloucestershire need an IELTS score of 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other component), or an equivalent, to be eligible.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Award

    15% discount off the course tuition fee.

  • Global Scholarships

    £1,500 tuition fee waiver deducted from first years tuition fee at the point of offer.

    Up to £1,500

  • Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee waiver deducted from first years tuition fee.

    Up to £5,000

  • Progression Partner Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee waiver deducted from first years tuition fee at the point of offer.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Global Excellence Scholarship

    The value of the scholarship will be £7,500 (spread over the 3 years) for Undergraduate students and £5,000 for Postgraduate students.

  • Sports Scholarships

    Please contact the provider.

  • Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

    £7,500 tuition fee waiver split over the three years of tuition fee.

    Up to £7,500

Career opportunities

Graduates of the PhD Health Technologies from the University of Gloucestershire are suited to work as: 

  • Health Information Technology Specialists

  • Medical Sciences Liaison 

  • Epidemiologists 

  • Research Scientists 

  • Data Engineers 

Cost of study

The tuition fee for a PhD in Health Technologies at the University of Gloucestershire is £13,425 yearly for international students. Tuition fees are subject to change.

Admission

International students can apply for this course directly through the university’s website or the international student application form. Please speak with our trained advisors for assistance.

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