MRes in Health and Social Care
University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Course overview
The MRes Health and Social Care offers an excellent foundation in health and social care research, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to critically evaluate and apply research evidence in practice and policy contexts. Through formal training in research methods and practical, hands-on experience in managing and delivering research projects, you will gain insight into contemporary research needs and priorities in health and social care. The course has been developed in response to NIHR funding and national research priorities, specifically addressing the shortage of non-medical professional researchers.
It places a strong emphasis on patient and public involvement (PPI) and equity in research, aligning closely with current sector-specific demands and ensuring that you are well-equi
Key highlights
- Formal training in health and social care research methods
- Hands-on experience managing and delivering research projects
- Developed in response to NIHR funding and national research priorities
- Addresses the shortage of non-medical professional researchers
- Strong emphasis on patient and public involvement in research
- Focus on equity in research and evidence-based practice and policy
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include one of the eligible professions, including all NHS; or above
- Degree: 2:2 — considered case by case
Scholarships
Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education
Up to £750The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni
This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Clinical academic researcher
- Research nurse
- Research fellow in health and social care
- Health services researcher
- Clinical research practitioner
- Public health researcher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,740
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 Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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